Bookkeeper

Role: BookkeeperLocation: Bedford Salary: £30-34kThe Bookkeeper will have accountability of the Accounts function including payroll, whilst providing support to the business for all finance functions.Duties and Responsibilities- Oversee the daily operations of the finance department including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, payroll, and bank reconciliations.- Prepare monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasts, and financial statements.- Process purchase invoices, payment runs and maintain accurate purchase ledger records.- Submit monthly VAT and CIS returns, required P11D information, making the necessary payments for PAYE/NIC, CIS, Corporation Tax, VAT etc and ensure compliance with statutory law and financial regulations (e.g., HMRC, VAT returns, PAYE).- Payroll processing, deal with payroll queries and manage the company pension scheme, including ensuring the company complies with all legal requirements relating to employment.- Provide advice and support to the business with technical, tax, payroll and pension queries.- Monitor changes in tax/regulations providing relevant information to the business.- Provide advice and support to the business for EVO.- Create year end accounts file for the company accountants, liaising with them as required through the year.Key Requirements* AAT qualified or ACA/ACCA/CIMA part/fully qualified.* Proven experience in a similar accounts or finance management role.* Strong knowledge of UK accounting principles and tax regulations.* Proficiency in Xero accounting software and Microsoft Excel.* Excellent organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.* Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.* Effective communication and team management skills.If you feel the above Bookkeeper specification matches your professional background, click apply.