Bookkeeper/administration

**Bookkeeper and Administration Role**

At the heart of our innovative accountancy practice, we're looking for a dynamic new member to enhance our team. If you're brimming with enthusiasm and energy and ready to excel in a close-knit team setting, we'd love to hear from you.

**What We Offer**:

- A vibrant, laid-back work atmosphere in a modern office environment
- Full or Part-time roles considered.
- Flexible working hours, including some remote working (hybrid model)
- Competitive salary and employment perks such as private healthcare
- 30 days holiday
- Discretionary Bonuses
- Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities

**Who You Are**:

- You're a dependable and methodical individual with a knack for financial figures and previous experience as a bookkeeper (or similar finance role).
- You will understand Profit and Loss Statements, Balance Sheets, Trial Balances, and the Chart of Accounts.
- Your role will encompass managing bank reconciliations, handling accounts payable and receivable, processing payroll for small teams, and executing various finance-related duties with precision. An ability to work with data and record data is essential.
- You will be highly organised and comfortable managing a range of office admin tasks / office management
- You will need a good sense of humour, enjoy your chosen profession, and a willingness to work hard during busy periods.

**Key Qualifications**:

- AAT Level 3 or equivalent industry experience
- A proactive approach to technology, with proficiency in MS Office, Google Sheets, and previous experience with cloud-based accounting tools, for example, Xero and FreeAgent.
- A strong drive to learn in areas where you may lack experience.
- A personification of integrity, vigour, and a commitment to delivering outstanding service.
- Exceptional numerical communication skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to speak directly to clients and key stakeholders.

**Responsibilities**
- Beyond bookkeeping, you will also be confident preparing simple accounts or self-assessment calculations.
- You'll play a pivotal role in the administrative heart of our bustling, yet relaxed office, aiding in the smooth operation of our practice by assisting the Director and our team of accountants with various administrative duties, such as handling incoming telephone calls, managing daily post, liaising with clients to obtain information, or liaising with HMRC to follow up on or verify information
- Organising and processing paper documentation received from clients

If you're ready to bring your energetic spirit, organisational prowess, and financial acuity to our forward-thinking team, we're excited to have you join us.

**Other information**
- We are an equal opportunities employer.
- Experience in bookkeeping is necessary, but equally so is the right fit to our values
- Relaxed dress code - wear what makes you feel comfortable.

**Our Values**
- Honesty and Integrity
- Service Excellence
- Energy and Fun
- Effective Leadership

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

**Salary**: From £25,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 22.5 - 37.5 per week

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Performance bonus

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Washington

Application deadline: 30/04/2024
Reference ID: Bookkeeper
Expected start date: 15/05/2024