Senior Bookkeeper - Beds, Bucks And Herts (Part-Time, Self-Employed)

The Part-Time Finance People; Bedford; Vor Ort; GBP 26.000 - 36.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Part‑Time Finance People is seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to work on a part‑time, self‑employed basis across Beds, Bucks and Herts. You’ll lead day‑to‑day bookkeeping, support the finance team and help drive efficiency and strong controls.

Key duties include VAT returns, bank reconciliations and maintaining records, while collaborating with the Financial Controller to improve processes and cash flow. The role is onsite, 2 days per week, at £22.50 per hour.

Qualifikationen

• Proven experience as a Senior Bookkeeper
• Strong experience preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Excellent credit control skills
• Ability to work independently and take ownership
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

Aufgaben

• Manage all day‑to‑day bookkeeping activities
• Prepare and submit VAT returns
• Manage credit control and cash collection
• Oversee inventory management
• Complete regular bank reconciliations
• Manage purchase and sales ledgers
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date financial records
• Support month‑end processes
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve processes, controls and efficiency
• Provide finance support to the Financial Controller as required

Kenntnisse

Senior Bookkeeper

VAT Returns

Credit Control

Independent Working

Attention to Detail

Jobbeschreibung

Part‑Time Senior Bookkeeper – Beds, Bucks and Herts areas

About the Opportunity

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to work with our clients on a part‑time, self‑employed basis.

You’ll take ownership of the day‑to‑day bookkeeping function while providing valuable support to the wider finance team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working independently, takes pride in accuracy and wants to make a genuine commercial impact.

Alongside the core bookkeeping responsibilities, you’ll help improve financial processes, strengthen controls and drive greater efficiency, accuracy and visibility across the finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all day‑to‑day bookkeeping activities
• Prepare and submit VAT returns
• Manage credit control and cash collection
• Oversee inventory management
• Complete regular bank reconciliations
• Manage purchase and sales ledgers
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date financial records
• Support month‑end processes
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve processes, controls and efficiency
• Provide finance support to the Financial Controller as required

About You

You’ll bring:

• Proven experience as a Senior Bookkeeper
• Strong experience preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Excellent credit control skills
• The ability to work independently and take ownership
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• A proactive, hands‑on approach
• The ability to work effectively alongside and support the Financial Controller

Role Details

• Location: Beds, Bucks and Herts areas | onsite
• Hours: 2 days per week
• Start Date: ASAP
• Rate: £22.50
• Basis: Self-employed

About The Part‑Time Finance People

At The Part‑Time Finance People, we help ambitious SME owners build more profitable, scalable and enjoyable businesses

We go beyond traditional finance support. We partner with our clients to provide practical, commercially focused financial leadership that helps them improve profitability, strengthen cash flow and make better business decisions.

We’re committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and supportive environment where talented finance professionals can thrive, contribute their expertise and make a genuine impact.