Bookkeeper - Part Time

Redline Group Ltd; Leicester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Redline Group Ltd is seeking a Part-Time Bookkeeper in Leicester to manage day-to-day financial transactions, maintain accurate records and support HMRC compliance as the business grows.

You will record receipts and payments, reconcile accounts, prepare VAT returns under MTD, assist with payroll and month-end tasks, and collaborate with external accountants to keep financial data precise.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a bookkeeping role in the UK.
• Strong understanding of UK VAT and HMRC compliance.
• Proficient with accounting software and Excel.
• AAT qualification or equivalent experience preferred.

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 experience

UK VAT knowledge

HMRC compliance

Excel proficiency

Education

AAT Level 3 or 4

Tools

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Excel

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