Part time Bookkeeper

Brook Street; Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

A family-run business based in Tunbridge Wells is looking for an experienced Part-Time Bookkeeper to manage financial functions. The role involves daily monitoring of accounts, processing payments, payroll, VAT returns, and assisting with year-end preparations. The ideal candidate will have experience in bookkeeping, strong knowledge of VAT and payroll processes, and be highly organized. Applicants should submit their CV for consideration. The position offers flexible working conditions with 21 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior bookkeeping role.
• Strong knowledge of VAT, payroll, reconciliations, and year-end processes.
• Highly organised and accurate.

Responsibilities

• Monitor bank accounts and forecast cashflow.
• Process supplier payments and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare payroll information and liaise with external providers.
• Process PAYE, NI and pension payments.
• Post monthly journals and stock adjustments.
• Prepare quarterly VAT returns.
• Manage new starter administration and auto-enrolment.
• Assist with year-end preparation and audit support.

Skills

Experience in senior bookkeeping

Knowledge of VAT

Payroll processing

Bank reconciliations

Ability to work independently

Use of accounting software

Job description

Location: Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Hours: 21 hours per week (ideally across 3 days - flexible)
Salary: £34,000 pro rata (circa £21,000)

An established family‑run business based in Tunbridge Wells is seeking an experienced Part‑Time Bookkeeper to manage day‑to‑day and month‑end finance functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily monitoring of bank accounts and cashflow forecasting
• Processing supplier payments and completing bank and credit card reconciliations
• Preparing payroll information and liaising with an external payroll provider
• Processing PAYE, NI and pension payments
• Posting monthly journals, stock adjustments and multi‑currency reconciliations
• Preparing and submitting quarterly VAT returns (MTD)
• Managing new starter administration and pension auto‑enrolment
• Assisting with year‑end preparation and audit support

The successful candidate will have proven experience in a senior bookkeeping role, with strong knowledge of VAT, payroll, reconciliations, and year‑end processes. They will be highly organised, accurate, and able to work independently. Confidence in using accounting software is essential.

To be considered, please submit your CV.

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.