Bookkeeper – Leigh-on-Sea, Growth & Stability

Reed; Essex; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed in Leigh-on-Sea is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to manage financial records and support day-to-day accounting in a friendly, growing team. This is an office-based role requiring an organised and proactive individual who can handle multiple priorities with accuracy.

You will work within a supportive environment, contributing to month-end and year-end tasks and liaising with external accountants as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous bookkeeping experience is essential.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and bookkeeping practices.
• Experience using accounting software such as Xero, Sage, or QuickBooks.
• Confident using Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Processing purchase and sales invoices.
• Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Bank reconciliations.
• Credit control and supplier payments.
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns.
• Processing expenses and petty cash.
• Assisting with payroll administration.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and ledgers.
• Supporting month-end and year-end processes.
• Liaising with external accountants when required.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Independent worker

Proactive

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

Reed in Leigh-on-Sea is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to manage financial records and support day-to-day accounting in a friendly, growing team. This is an office-based role requiring an organised and proactive individual who can handle multiple priorities with accuracy.

You will work within a supportive environment, contributing to month-end and year-end tasks and liaising with external accountants as needed.