Part Time Bookkeeper

Smart10; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible part time hours

20 days holiday plus bank holidays,pro

Birthday off

Pension

Free on site parking

Training and development opportunities

Career progression

Friendly and supportive team

Job summary

Smart10 in Stevenage is seeking a Part Time Bookkeeper to join an established accounts team. The role suits someone looking for flexible hours, potentially around school hours, with duties spanning bookkeeping, VAT, and direct client interaction.

The ideal candidate will have experience in SMEs, be proficient with Xero or similar software, and hold or be studying towards an AAT qualification. Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in bookkeeping for SMEs.
• Experience with VAT returns.
• Proficient with Xero or similar cloud accounting software.
• AAT qualification or working towards it.
• Strong attention to detail and organisation.
• Good client communication.

Responsibilities

• Manage bookkeeping for a portfolio of SME clients
• Process and reconcile bank, credit card, supplier and customer accounts
• Process invoices and expenses
• Prepare VAT returns and supporting paperwork
• Identify and correct discrepancies within bookkeeping records
• Liaise with clients regarding missing information and queries
• Maintain accurate and up to date client records
• Support wider accounts team with bookkeeping and VAT queries
• Work to internal and statutory deadlines

Skills

Double entry bookkeeping

VAT knowledge

Xero cloud accounting

Dext/Apron experience

Client communication

Deadline management

Education

AAT qualification

Studying towards AAT

Tools

Xero

Dext

Apron

Job description

Part Time Bookkeeper

Overview

Reference PTBOOKKEEP

Salary £28,000 - £32,000/annum

Job Location United Kingdom -England -East of England -Hertfordshire -Stevenage

Job Type Permanent

Posted 17 August 2026

Closing date 17 Sep 2026 22:59

Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire

Salary: £28,000 to £32,000 FTE, depending on experience

Hours: Part time, flexible working available

We are looking for an experienced Part Time Bookkeeper to join an established accountancy team in Stevenage.

This role would suit someone looking for flexible hours, potentially around school hours, who enjoys bookkeeping, VAT and working directly with clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage bookkeeping for a portfolio of SME clients
• Process and reconcile bank, credit card, supplier and customer accounts
• Process invoices and expenses
• Prepare VAT returns and supporting paperwork
• Identify and correct discrepancies within bookkeeping records
• Liaise with clients regarding missing information and queries
• Maintain accurate and up to date client records
• Support the wider accounts team with bookkeeping and VAT queries
• Work to internal and statutory deadlines

About You

• Previous bookkeeping experience
• Strong understanding of double entry bookkeeping
• Experience preparing VAT returns
• Experience with Xero or similar cloud accounting software
• Dext or Apron experience would be advantageous
• Accountancy practice experience is desirable
• AAT qualified, studying towards AAT or qualified by experience
• Strong attention to detail and organisation
• Confident communicating with clients
• Able to work independently and manage deadlines

Benefits

• Flexible part time hours
• Potential for school hours based working
• 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, pro rata
• Birthday off
• Pension
• Free on site parking
• Training and development opportunities
• Career progression
• Friendly and supportive team environment