Parttime Bookkeeper

Ecruit; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A growing audio-visual company in Manchester is seeking a part-time Bookkeeper to manage financial operations one day a week in the office. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in bookkeeping, be proficient in QuickBooks, and understand UK accounting principles. The role offers flexibility and opportunities for skill development. Benefits include pro-rata holiday entitlement and potential for remote work.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Pro-rata holiday entitlement

Scope for future remote working

Opportunities to develop skills in a growing company

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Bookkeeper or Senior Bookkeeper role.
• Highly proficient with QuickBooks.
• Understands UK accounting principles and VAT.
• Great attention to detail and strong organisation skills.
• Can manage their workload independently.
• Communicates clearly with both internal and external teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and reconcile quarterly VAT returns.
• Manage payment runs and ensure all invoices are processed promptly.
• Reconcile bank transactions and supplier statements.
• Chase overdue payments and follow up with debtors.
• Oversee employee overtime, holidays, sick leave, and timesheets.
• Submit payroll data to external accountants.
• Supervise the accounts assistant and ensure deadlines are met.
• Liaise with our accountants for VAT, PAYE and annual accounts.

Skills

Experience in a Bookkeeper role

Proficient with QuickBooks

Understanding of UK accounting principles and VAT

Attention to detail

Strong organisation skills

Ability to manage workload independently

Clear communication with teams

Education

AAT qualified or part-qualified

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Overview

Reference
PTB Manchester UK

Salary
£15 - £15/hour + Benefits

Job Location
United Kingdom -- England -- North West England -- Greater Manchester -- Manchester

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
24 September 2025

The Role

Are you an experienced Bookkeeper with excellent knowledge of QuickBooks? Can you manage a busy set of accounts while supporting a junior team member?

SBS Audio Visual is a growing audio-visual company based in Trafford Park, Manchester, and we\'re looking for a part-time Bookkeeper to join us one day per week in the office.

You'll take charge of our day-to-day financial operations, working closely with our accounts assistant and liaising with external accountants. You'll help ensure everything runs smoothly—from VAT returns and payroll to supplier payments and debt chasing.

This is a part-time role with one day per week required in our Trafford Park office. There may be opportunities to increase your hours or move to remote working in future.

If you\'re local to Manchester and want a flexible part-time role where your skills are valued, we\'d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and reconcile quarterly VAT returns
• Manage payment runs and ensure all invoices are processed promptly
• Reconcile bank transactions and supplier statements
• Chase overdue payments and follow up with debtors
• Oversee employee overtime, holidays, sick leave, and timesheets
• Submit payroll data to external accountants
• Supervise the accounts assistant and ensure deadlines are met
• Liaise with our accountants for VAT, PAYE and annual accounts

The Company

We are a production company with a passion for events. We provide audio visual equipment and services for events, rental, repair, installation and retail markets.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements
• Pro-rata holiday entitlement
• Scope for future remote working
• Opportunities to develop your skills in a growing company

The Person

We\'re looking for someone who:

• Has proven experience in a Bookkeeper or Senior Bookkeeper role
• Is highly proficient with QuickBooks
• Understands UK accounting principles and VAT
• Has great attention to detail and strong organisation skills
• Can manage their workload independently
• Communicates clearly with both internal and external teams

Bonus points if you:

• Are AAT qualified or part-qualified
• Have experience in the audio-visual or events industry
• Have previously supervised junior staff