Bookkeeper

Sewell Wallis are delighted to be working with a well-established and growing accountancy practice based in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, who are looking to recruit a Bookkeeper to join their friendly and supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance professional who has worked in a practice environment, who is seeking a varied, hands‑on role within a stable organisation.

This Bookkeeper position is ideal for someone who enjoys taking ownership of day‑to‑day finance operations and maintaining accurate financial records. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the smooth running of the accounts function.

• Maintaining accurate financial records, including processing and posting transactions.
• Managing Purchase Ledger and Sales Ledger activities.
• Performing regular bank reconciliations and monitoring cash flow.
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies.
• Handling customer and supplier queries efficiently.
• Assisting with payroll administration where required.
• Supporting the preparation of month‑end reports and financial information for management.
• Ensuring all records are compliant and up to date.

• Previous experience working in a Bookkeeper or similar finance role within an accountancy practice.
• Experience managing both Purchase Ledger and Sales Ledger.
• Confident with bank reconciliations and VAT returns.
• Good working knowledge of accounting software (ideally Sage & Xero).
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.

• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Hybrid working
• 25+8 days annual leave
• Study support
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Free on-site parking

Apply now, or for more information please contact Eleanor at Sewell Wallis.

To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful.