Bookkeeper

Location: Lewes

Bookkeeper
Lewes - with parking available nearby (approx £5 per day) - also around a 10/15 minute walk from the train station. Workplace is a town centre based location with plenty of rail or bus options available from nearby towns.
Full time permanent role - Monday-Friday 35 hours per week (Apply online only) (with 30 min lunch) Office based role with 1 or 2 days per week working from home option once probationary period has been passed (3 months). Part Time working would also be considered - 3 or 4 days per week - salary would be pro rata accordingly
Salary £32000 - £34000 with 28 days holiday entitlement plus all UK bank holidays! Good pension scheme and regular staff incentives. Mon-Fri (Apply online only)
My client is a small, well-established and growing accountancy practice in Lewes and are seeking a confident and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join their friendly team of five. Working in a supportive and friendly team environment with a diverse range of clients, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality bookkeeping and management accounting services.
Bookkeeper - duties will include:
 
* Bookkeeping for Sole Traders and Limited Companies
 
* Preparation and submission of VAT returns
 
* Preparation and submission of self-assessment returns
 
* Posting accruals and prepayments
 
* Producing management accounts
 
* Maintaining accurate financial records using cloud-based accounting software
 
* Liaising with HMRC via telephone and email
 
* Supporting clients with bookkeeping queries
 
* Assisting with additional practice responsibilities as the business continues to grow
Experience, competencies and knowledge required:
 
* Previous bookkeeping experience within an accountancy practice - 1 year or more
 
* Strong knowledge of VAT returns and bookkeeping processes
 
* Experience preparing management accounts
 
* Working knowledge of cloud-based accounting software, Xero software experience is essential
 
* Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
 
* Strong IT and communication skills
 
* Ability to manage multiple deadlines and client requirements
For more information regarding this new and exciting Bookkeeper opportunity, please apply now! Short-listing will take place soon - don't miss out!
Wild Recruitment Ltd T/A First Recruitment Services is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job