Bookkeeper

The Role

Are you an experienced Bookkeeper looking for a varied role where no two days are the same? Do you enjoy combining finance, administration and customer-facing responsibilities within a friendly, professional office?

Our client is looking to recruit a Part-Time Bookkeeper / Office Administrator to join their established team based in Huntingdon. This is a varied position, combining bookkeeping, office administration and front-of-house duties, with occasional travel to their St Neots office.

This role would particularly suit someone who has previously worked within an accountancy practice and enjoys working with a variety of financial records whilst also supporting the day-to-day running of a busy office.

Main Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients

• Processing sales and purchase invoices

• Bank reconciliations and credit card reconciliations

• Preparing and submitting VAT returns

• Assisting with payroll administration where required

• Maintaining accurate financial records

• Liaising with clients regarding financial information and queries

• Providing general office administration support

• Welcoming visitors and managing the reception area

• Answering incoming telephone calls and directing enquiries

• Handling incoming and outgoing post

• Supporting colleagues with a range of administrative tasks

• Occasional travel to the St Neots office to provide additional support Skills & Experience

• Previous bookkeeping experience is essential

• Experience working within an accountancy practice would be highly advantageous

• Confident using accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero and Sage

• Good understanding of bookkeeping principles and VAT

• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail

• Professional and friendly manner with excellent communication skills

• Comfortable managing both financial and administrative responsibilities

• Competent using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

• Able to work independently whilst contributing to a close-knit team Salary & Working Hours

Salary: 28,500 per annum (pro rata)

Hours: Approximately 25 hours per week with flexibility around working days and start/finish times.

Location: Primarily office based in Huntingdon, with occasional travel to the St Neots office.

Benefits

Flexible part-time working hours

Company bonus scheme

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Training and development opportunities

Varied role combining bookkeeping, administration and reception

Friendly and supportive working environment

Opportunity to utilise and further develop your accounting knowledge

Free on-site parking

Long-term opportunity with a well-established local business

If you're an organised and personable Bookkeeper who enjoys being an integral part of a busy office, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.