Bookkeeper

Reporting directly to the Company Director and working closely with our external accountants, you will take ownership of day-to-day bookkeeping and office operations. Youll be confident working independently, prioritising tasks, and providing excellent service to customers and suppliers. Key Responsibilities Bookkeeping & Finance Maintain accurate ledgers in Xero (sales/purchase ledgers, bank reconciliations, journals, prepayments/accruals). Prepare and submit VAT Returns (MTD compliant). Process CIS: verify subcontractors, record deductions, prepare and submit monthly CIS returns, statements and remittances. Run payroll (starters/leavers, statutory payments, pensions/auto-enrolment, RTI submissions). Credit control and supplier payments; manage aged receivables/payables. Produce monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cashflow, KPIs, variance commentary) and support budgeting/forecasting. Liaise with external accountants on year-end, queries and best practice. Act as first point of contact for customers and suppliers; handle calls, emails and queries professionally. Raise purchase orders, match delivery notes, maintain job files and documentation. Maintain compliance records (insurances, H&S certificates, subcontractor documentation). General office duties: filing, data entry, post, supplies, meeting coordination. Proven bookkeeping experience in an SME setting; confident working without supervision. Xero expertise essential; strong Excel skills (lookups, pivots) desirable. Solid knowledge of VAT, CIS, and payroll processes and deadlines. Experience producing monthly management accounts (preferred). Clear communicator with excellent customer service; calm, proactive and organised. High attention to detail, confidentiality, and a strong sense of ownership. TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-11-18