Part-Time Accountant or Bookkeeper

eps.recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

A growing SME in Aylesbury is seeking a skilled Part-Time Bookkeeper with expertise in complex VAT and QuickBooks. This role involves leading VAT management, processing payroll, and maintaining accounts, offering flexibility in hours and a competitive salary up to £38,000 FTE, pro-rated. The successful candidate will work autonomously within a supportive environment, contributing significantly to the company's financial functions.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Opportunity for autonomous work

Supportive business environment

Qualifications

• Experience with complex VAT, including non-standard systems.
• Previous payroll and credit control experience.
• Ability to work independently and proactively.

Responsibilities

• Lead VAT function, managing complex VAT configurations.
• Handle in-house payroll ensuring timely and accurate payments.
• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping including invoicing and reconciliations.
• Contribute to year-end accounts preparation as needed.

Skills

VAT Management

Payroll Processing

Accounts Maintenance

Proactive Organizational Skills

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Job Title: Part-Time Bookkeeper (Experienced in Complex VAT & QuickBooks)
Location: Aylesbury
Employment Type: Part-time (25 hours/week)
Salary: Up to £38,000 FTE (Pro-Rated Based on Experience)

Are you a skilled and detail-oriented Bookkeeper looking for a flexible part-time opportunity where your expertise in VAT and accounting truly adds value?

We re working with a successful and growing SME that s seeking a capable finance professional to take ownership of its bookkeeping functions. If you re confident managing complex VAT systems, processing payroll, and using QuickBooks to keep everything in order this could be ideal.

About the Role
Working 25 hours per week, your core responsibilities will include:

• VAT Management Lead the VAT function, with a focus on navigating a complex VAT framework. This is not a straightforward VAT setup so experience and confidence here are essential.
• Payroll Processing Handle all aspects of payroll in-house, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.
• Accounts Maintenance Manage day-to-day bookkeeping including invoicing, bank reconciliations, receipts and credit control.
• Year-End Contribution For those with the relevant experience, you'll have the opportunity to support year-end accounts preparation.

What We re Looking For

• Solid experience with QuickBooks you ll be using it daily.
• A strong understanding of VAT, including non-standard or multi-layered VAT systems (e.g. partial exemption, cross-border complexities).
• Prior experience with payroll and credit control.
• A proactive, organised mindset with the ability to work independently.

What s on Offer

• Part-time hours (25 per week), with flexibility to fit your schedule.
• A salary up to £38,000 full-time equivalent, pro-rated based on your experience and hours.
• The chance to work autonomously in a supportive and agile business.
• A varied and rewarding role where your input will have a real impact.