Business Analyst/ Bookkeeper

Compass Point Recruitment Ltd; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable firm on the outskirts of Bury St Edmunds is seeking a Business Analyst / Bookkeeper to enhance their team. This exciting role involves providing vital financial insights and bookkeeping services to a diverse clientele. You will compile accurate financial reports, manage bookkeeping tasks, and liaise directly with clients, fostering strong relationships. The company offers structured career development, flexible working options, and a supportive environment for professional growth. If you are detail-oriented and have a proactive mindset, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a significant impact in a forward-thinking consultancy.

Benefits

Structured Career Development

Health Scheme

Flexible Working Options

Generous Annual Leave

Annual Salary Review

Staff Incentives and Rewards

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and analytical skills are essential.
• Experience with accounting software and proven bookkeeping experience.

Responsibilities

• Compile financial information and reports for management.
• Liaise with clients and maintain bookkeeping activities.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Numerical Abilities

Analytical Abilities

Communication Skills

Bookkeeping Experience

Payroll Experience

Proactive Mindset

Education

AAT Level 3 Qualification

Tools

Accounting Software

Excel

Job description

• Location

  Bury St Edmunds

• Sector:

  Accountancy & Finance

• Job type:

  Permanent

• Salary:

  £28000 - £32000 per annum

• Contact:

  Thomas Palmer

• Contact email:

  [e-mail]

• Contact phone:

  01284765700

• Job ref:

  J36641

• Published:

  2 months ago

• Expiry date:

  2025-05-04

• Start date:

  2025-02-05

A reputable name, based on the outskirts of Bury St Edmunds are on the lookout for a Business Analyst / Bookkeeper to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a diverse range of businesses, providing essential financial insights and bookkeeping services.

What You'll Be Doing

• Compiling accurate financial information, including management budgets and reports
• Carry out administrative responsibilities
• Liaise directly with clients, including some travel for client meetings
• Maintain and improve your accounting knowledge, sharing where appropriate with colleagues and clients
• Efficient and accurate completion of all monthly or quarterly bookkeeping activities including but not limited to VAT Returns, invoice management, bank reconciliations, sales and purchase ledger controls, pension payments, accruals, journals, prepayments etc
• Analysing business performance

What We're Looking For

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent numerical and analytical abilities
• Ability to communicate effectively and build strong client relationships
• Experience with accounting software and financial reporting
• Proven bookkeeping and payroll experience
• IT proficiency, particularly in Excel
• AAT Level 3 qualification (or willingness to work towards it)
• A proactive mindset and willingness to travel to farm meetings

What's On Offer

• Structured career development and training investment
• Opportunities for career progression
• Staff incentives and rewards scheme
• Health scheme
• Flexible working options
• Above-industry standard pension investment
• Generous annual leave allocation
• Annual salary review

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and forward-thinking consultancy. To find out more, please send an updated copy of your CV to [e-mail]