Bookkeeper (Part Time) in Sittingbourne)

New Appointments Group; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Sittingbourne is seeking an experienced part-time Bookkeeper to manage finances for a property business. The role includes bookkeeping, payroll, and property administration tasks. Candidates must have experience in bookkeeping, familiarity with SAGE accounting systems, and a valid driver's license. This position offers flexibility with hours and competitive salary up to £30,000 FTE.

Benefits

Company pension

Pro-rata annual leave

Qualifications

• Experienced in bookkeeping and able to work independently.
• Fundamental experience in gathering payroll data.
• Familiar with SAGE accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping using SAGE: sales & purchase ledger, VAT returns, bank reconciliations.
• Payroll via HMRC Basic PAYE Tools.
• Annual accounts preparation for External Accountants.
• Property admin: rent invoicing, lease renewals, maintenance coordination.

Skills

Bookkeeping

SAGE accounting systems

Payroll data gathering

Property administration

Job description

Overview

We are looking for an experienced and reliable Bookkeeper (Part-Time) to manage the finances and administration of our long-standing property business client, based in Sittingbourne. This is a permanent role.

Role Details

• Location: Sittingbourne (driving is required due to limited public transport)
• Hours: 16 hours per week (flexible across 2 days)
• Salary: Up to £30,000 FTE / £15.38 per hour (approx. £12,796 per annum pro-rata)
• Benefits: Company pension and pro-rata annual leave

Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping using SAGE: sales & purchase ledger, VAT returns, bank reconciliations
• Payroll via HMRC Basic PAYE Tools
• Annual accounts preparation for External Accountants
• Property admin: rent invoicing, lease renewals, maintenance coordination
• General office support: answering phones, post, filing, tenant liaison
• Occasional private property admin and tax return support

Requirements

• Experienced in bookkeeping and able to work independently
• Fundamental experience in gathering payroll data
• Familiar with SAGE accounting systems
• Familiar with property or small business environments is a bonus
• Own car and valid license to attend the office

About the Company and Application

New Appointments Group is an Employment Agency/Business that supports permanent and temporary roles. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation, in line with the Equality Act 2010.

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