Accounting Specialist

7 days ago


Sittingbourne, Kent, United Kingdom Command Recruitment Full time

Job Title: Bookkeeper

Job Type: Full-time

Company: Command Recruitment

About the Company: Our client is a small but fun and productive team-based SME Specialised Construction Company with a solid history and growth plans based at a modern business park with access to a swimming pool, free parking, and reduced-price gym facilities.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Bookkeeper to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in bookkeeping, preferably in the construction industry, and be proficient in Xero Accounting Software. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing bookkeeping tasks, including purchase ledger, sales ledger, and credit control, as well as handling Reverse Charge VAT, bank reconciliations, and VAT returns.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage bookkeeping tasks for a circa £1m Turnover Business, including purchase ledger, sales ledger, and credit control all on Xero Accounting Software
  • Ensure accurate and timely execution of all bookkeeping duties, including Xero Payroll and CIS and subcontractor payments, with an understanding of Gross status and CIS rules
  • Handle Reverse Charge VAT, bank reconciliations, and VAT returns efficiently
  • Job costing and allocation of costs to various ongoing projects, staying on top of cash flow for the business
  • Utilize Xero for various accounting and financial reporting tasks
  • Demonstrate good Excel skills to manage and analyze financial data
  • Carry out accounting and admin tasks as the business needs

Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Bookkeeper, ideally in an SME setting
  • Ability to work independently without constant supervision, yet providing a smooth transition with provided training and handover
  • Proficiency in Xero is essential
  • A knowledge of CIS rules and experience with subcontractor payments
  • Familiarity with Reverse Charge VAT and experience in conducting bank reconciliations and preparing VAT returns
  • Strong capabilities in Xero reporting and good knowledge of Excel

Benefits:

  • Salary up to £32,000 dependent on experience
  • Good office hours 9-5 with an hour lunch
  • Pension and Holiday, free parking
  • Access to the Swimming pool and Gym at the business park


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