Bookkeeper - Part Time

Redline Group Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Redline Group Ltd is seeking a part-time Bookkeeper in Leicester to manage day-to-day financial transactions and maintain accurate records. You will ensure HMRC compliance, prepare VAT returns, and support the wider finance function as the business grows.

Responsibilities include processing invoices, reconciling accounts, supporting payroll, and assisting month-end close. UK experience, AAT qualification, and proficiency in Sage/Xero/QuickBooks are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven bookkeeping experience in the UK
• AAT Level 3 or 4 qualification or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of UK VAT regulations and HMRC compliance
• Experience using accounting software (Sage, Xero or QuickBooks)
• Proficient Excel skills with formulas daily

Responsibilities

• Record daily receipts, payments and invoices accurately using accounting software
• Reconcile multi-currency bank accounts and credit card statements
• Process supplier invoices, obtain approvals, and prepare weekly payment runs
• Allocate sales invoices, manage incoming payments, and support credit control activities
• Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns through Making Tax Digital (MTD) software
• Support monthly payroll processing and distribute payslips
• Assist external accountants with month-end preparation, trial balances and adjustments

Skills

Bookkeeping

AAT Level 3/4

UK VAT compliance

HMRC compliance

Sage/Xero/QuickBooks

Excel

Education

AAT Level 3 or 4

Tools

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Due to continued growth and expansion, my client is seeking a Part-Time Bookkeeper to play a key role in managing day-to-day financial transactions, maintaining accurate records, ensuring HMRC compliance, and supporting the wider finance function as the business continues to grow.

Responsibilities for this Bookkeeper job in Leicester, Leicestershire are:

• Record daily receipts, payments and invoices accurately using accounting software
• Reconcile multi-currency bank accounts and credit card statements
• Process supplier invoices, obtain approvals, and prepare weekly payment runs
• Allocate sales invoices, manage incoming payments, and support credit control activities
• Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns through Making Tax Digital (MTD) software
• Support monthly payroll processing and distribute payslips
• Assist external accountants with month-end preparation, trial balances and adjustments

Key skills and experience for this Bookkeeper job in Leicester, Leicestershire are:

• Proven experience working as a Bookkeeper, Accounts Assistant, or in a similar finance role within the UK
• AAT Level 3 or Level 4 qualification, or qualified by experience
• Strong knowledge of UK VAT regulations and HMRC compliance
• Experience using accounting software, ideally Sage (Xero or QuickBooks will also be considered)
• Strong Excel skills, including confidence using formulas and spreadsheets on a daily basis