Bookkeeper

SYMMETRY RECRUITMENT LTD; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Dukinfield is seeking a skilled Bookkeeper to manage financial records, ensure compliance, and support the finance team. The ideal candidate will have an AAT Level 4 qualification and proven experience in bookkeeping. Responsibilities include managing accounts, preparing VAT returns, and assisting with financial reporting. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £37,500 PA, with a standard working week from 8am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Bookkeeper or finance role.
• Experience in construction, rental, or hire industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Keeping financial records up to date, accurate, and compliant.
• Managing accounts payable and receivable.
• Preparing VAT returns and ensuring HMRC compliance.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organisational Skills

Accounting Software

Education

AAT Level 4

Tools

Sage 50

Excel

Job description

Role: Bookkeeper

Location: Dukinfield

Salary: Up to £37,500 PA DOE

Working hours are 8am - 5pm, Monday to Friday.

Bookkeeper Responsibilities

• As the bookkeeper, keeping financial records up to date, accurate, and compliant
• Managing accounts payable and receivable, including supplier payments and customer invoicing
• Performing regular bank reconciliations and monitoring day-to-day cash flow
• Preparing VAT returns and ensuring ongoing HMRC compliance
• Assisting in the production of monthly management accounts and financial reports
• Supporting year-end audit preparation and liaising with external accountants
• Maintaining and reconciling the general ledger
• Managing credit control and overseeing aged debtors
• Processing staff expenses and company credit card transactions
• Supporting payroll preparation and pension submissions (if required)
• Reviewing and updating financial procedures and internal controls
• Communicating with suppliers, customers, and internal teams to resolve finance-related queries
• Assisting with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow projections
• Filing, maintaining, and archiving financial documentation in line with GDPR and company policy
• The bookkeeper will play a key role in ensuring smooth day-to-day financial operations and supporting wider finance team goals

Requirements

• AAT Level 4 qualification (essential)
• Proven experience in a Bookkeeper or finance role
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Confident user of accounting software including Sage 50 and Excel
• Experience in construction, rental, or hire industries is a plus