Bookkeeper

We are partnering with a long established construction business to recruit a dedicated Bookkeeper to join their friendly finance team in Chichester, West Sussex. Supporting three entities within the group, this role sits at the heart of a busy, growing business with an annual turnover of around £15m. You'll be working closely with the Finance Director contributing to the smooth running of the day to day finances.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a hands‑on environment, enjoys variety, and is looking for a stable and supportive employer with strong local roots.

• Managing daily bookkeeping activities across three companies, ensuring accurate and timely processing.
• Entering invoices, receipts and payments, maintaining well organised financial records.
• Undertaking bank reconciliations and resolving any discrepancies.
• Supporting credit control activity and supplier liaison.
• Processing payroll and CIS for site based teams.
• Handling employee expense claims and related queries.
• Working closely with the Finance Director on ad hoc tasks and month end preparation.
• Ensuring compliance with internal processes and sector specific requirements.

• Confident and experienced in bookkeeping within a construction environment is essential to the role.
• Strong working knowledge of Sage or Xero, with the ability to pick up systems quickly.
• Experience of CIS and payroll processing is essential to the role.
• A detail driven, organised individual who enjoys taking ownership of their work.
• Comfortable communicating across all areas of the business, from site teams to senior management.
• Someone who values accuracy, reliability, and being part of a supportive team.
• Able to work onsite in Chichester between 3 days and full time (8am 4pm).

• Salary up to £41,000 (depending on experience), with flexibility for standout experience.
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays, increasing to 32 days with length of service.
• Family run, welcoming culture with long term stability.
• Convenient working hours (8am 4pm).
• Free parking.

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