Senior Bookkeeper

Michael Page (UK); Louth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Lincolnshire is seeking an experienced accountant to manage sales and purchase invoicing, bank reconciliations, and VAT returns on Sage or Xero. Candidates should have a high degree of numeracy and experience in a similar role. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits including free parking and a progression plan.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Free parking

Internal benefits programme

CPD

Progression plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years experience in a similar accounting role.
• Proficiency in completing VAT returns and preparing management accounts.
• Ability to work to deadlines and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Enter sales and purchase invoices.
• Perform monthly reconciliation of bank and ledgers.
• Complete VAT returns on Sage/Xero.

Skills

Experience of Sage

Experience of Xero

High degree of numeracy

IT literate

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Job description

Leading accounting firm in Lincolnshire

Free parking

About Our Client

A leading Midlands based firm of Chartered Accountants and Advisors who specialise in working with growing owner-managed businesses, sole traders and partnerships.

Job Description

• Enter sales and purchase invoices
• Enter bank transactions
• Monthly reconciliation of bank, sales ledger, purchase ledger
• Complete VAT returns on Sage/Xero
• Prepare management accounts

The Successful Applicant

• Experience of Sage and / or Xero is essential
• Two years + experience working in a similar role.
• High degree of numeracy
• IT literate with a good level of knowledge with Microsoft Office including Word and Excel
• Appreciation of working to deadlines and budgets

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary
• Free parking
• Internal benefits programme
• CPD
• Progression plan