Bookkeeping Specialist (Xero) for Growing SME Finance Team

FinDept Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Finance Department in Exeter city centre is seeking a diligent bookkeeper to join our SME-focused accounting practice. You will handle purchase invoices, ledgers, customer invoices and weekly/monthly supplier payments, working closely with clients and suppliers to ensure timely data and accurate reporting.

We value strong numerical skills, attention to detail and good communication. Training on Xero and related apps is provided; GCSEs in maths and English are required, with accounting

Qualifications

• Strong bookkeeping experience and numerical accuracy are essential.
• Experience with Xero and processing invoices and reconciliations.
• GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or better; pursuing accounting qualifications encouraged.
• Proficiency in Excel and spreadsheet-based reporting.
• Ability to meet deadlines and maintain client confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Process Purchase Invoices in Xero or via Dext.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of client Accounts Payable Ledgers.
• Process Customer Sales Invoices.
• Prepare weekly/monthly supplier payment runs.
• Liaise with clients, suppliers and other contacts.
• Prepare schedules, statements and reports as requested.
• Manage and file in-house and client documentation.
• Maintain accurate and timely timesheets.

Skills

Numerical skills

Bookkeeping

Communication

Xero experience

Excel

Dext

Xero accounting software

Education

GCSE Maths and English

Accounting qualifications training (AAT/CIMA/ACCA)

Tools

Dext

Xero

Job description

The Finance Department in Exeter city centre is seeking a diligent bookkeeper to join our SME-focused accounting practice. You will handle purchase invoices, ledgers, customer invoices and weekly/monthly supplier payments, working closely with clients and suppliers to ensure timely data and accurate reporting.

We value strong numerical skills, attention to detail and good communication. Training on Xero and related apps is provided; GCSEs in maths and English are required, with accounting