Bookkeeper/administration

APM Metals Ltd are looking to appoint an experienced bookkeeper to run the company accounts.

APM Metals Ltd are a family run business and one of the leading metal recyclers, processers and exporters in the south of England, based in Sittingbourne, Kent.

Experience in an industrial environment is preferable, however full training will be provided alongside existing accounts and office staff.

It is essential that applicants are experienced with Sage Accounts and Sage Payroll and proficient with Microsoft Office programmes such as Word and Excel. The company also uses a bespoke computer system to manage the basic functions for deliveries and receipts of material, which is linked to the Sage software.

The role will require the filing of statutory returns such as VAT, PAYE and NI, monthly invoicing, statements and progressing outstanding accounts as well as undertaking bank reconciliations, an understanding of invoice discounting would be an advantage.

The role also involves handling petty cash, ordering office consumables and onboarding any new staff. The company also deals in foreign currency, experience operating with these markets is preferable but not essential.

Quarterly management accounts are prepared by the company’s appointed firm of accountants, where information is provided by the accounts team.

The post is full time based at our premises in Sittingbourne, Kent. Salary is negotiable depending on experience.

We are searching for people looking for a new challenge in a varied and interesting trade.

Working Schedule: Monday to Friday (8am-5pm)

**Experience**:

- Accounting: 3 years (required)
- Bookkeeping: 3 years (required)
- Office Administration: 2 years (preferred)

Pay: From £35,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Sittingbourne, ME10 3HH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Accounting: 3 years (preferred)
- bookkeeping: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person