Bookkeeper - German Speaker

Aspire Recruitment; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper in Liverpool to manage daily financial operations and ensure compliance with reporting for grant-funded projects. Proficiency in both English and German is required. This full-time, permanent role offers a competitive salary and a dynamic work environment where attention to detail and strong communication skills are paramount.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in bookkeeping or financial administration, ideally with exposure to grant-funded or project-based work.
• Proficiency in both English and German at a professional level.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing daily bookkeeping tasks including ledgers and reconciliations.
• Preparing financial reports and assisting with compliance.
• Liaising with stakeholders regarding financial documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in German

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Bookkeeper Multilingual German Speaker

Location: Liverpool & Remote

Salary: £30,000 per annum

Hours: Permanent full time Monday - Friday

Are you a detail-driven finance professional with a passion for accuracy and organisation? We re looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to take on a key role supporting both day-to-day financial operations and project-based reporting. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working with numbers, and has strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing daily bookkeeping tasks, including ledgers, reconciliations, and expense processing.
• Handling accounts payable and receivable efficiently, alongside bank reconciliations.
• Preparing financial reports such as cashflow statements and supporting month-end and year-end close.
• Assisting with financial administration for funded projects in the UK and Germany, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.
• Monitoring grant applications and project funding, keeping accurate records in line with obligations.
• Collaborating with teams to prepare claims, raise invoices, and support billing activities.
• Tracking KPIs and providing updates through reports and presentations to management.
• Liaising with stakeholders including auditors, funding bodies, and tax offices regarding financial documentation.

Experience & Qualifications

• Solid experience in bookkeeping or financial administration, ideally with exposure to grant-funded or project-based work (UK and/or Germany).
• Proficiency in both English and German (professional level).
• Strong attention to detail, with excellent numerical and analytical skills.
• Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
• A confident communicator who works well with finance colleagues and project teams alike.

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