Bookkeeper in Bury, Greater Manchester

Would you like to work for a rapidly growing company in a growing successful accountancy practice with a difference?

If the answer is yes, we would love to hear from you! We are looking to speak to a highly experienced Bookkeeper with at least 3 years UK experience.

The clients core services are highly professional and exclusive to them. Offering management accounts and bookkeeping to medium sized companies around the North West. Due to expansion, we are looking for a dynamic, self-motivated individual who strives for perfection.

You will report to the practice manager and will be responsible for your own portfolio of clients ensuring that their bookkeeping needs are met. This is a busy role, and you will need the ability to hit the ground running (Note: a handover and client specific training will be given).

You be fully equipped with all the equipment you will need, including a laptop, and will be based at our office in Holcombe Brook, Bury working a mix of office, home and at clients premises.

Job Description:

• Purchase and sales ledger, raising and entering invoices in Sage/Xero
• Processing sales orders and purchase orders in Sage/Xero
• Bank reconciliations
• VAT returns
• Processing small monthly payrolls in Sage/Xero
• Ability to meet strict HMRC deadlines
• Working with multiple currencies, bank accounts, departments and entities (beneficial)
• Producing accounts to trial balance stage (beneficial)
• All other day-to-day accounts/office duties e.g. to maintaining accurate files and enter data in a timely fashion

Skills and Experience

• AAT qualified or similar
• Minimum of 3 years experience / proven track record in a similar position.
• Communication skills.
• Confidence to work off-site.
• Legal right to work in the UK.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who likes diversity, meeting new people and who likes to work with autonomy. We offer excellent working conditions, a strong team environment and exciting challenges plus the perks of free on-site parking!