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Bookkeeper

Michael Page Finance
Posted a day ago, valid for 5 hours
Location

Chester, Cheshire CH36DD, England

Contract type

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

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  • The position involves maintaining accurate financial records by recording daily transactions and preparing basic financial statements for clients.
  • Candidates should have previous experience in accounting or finance roles, with a strong understanding of accounts payable and receivable.
  • The job offers a salary of up to £28,000 and is open to both part-time and full-time options.
  • Key responsibilities include reconciling bank statements, preparing financial reports, and assisting with month-end and year-end closing processes.
  • The firm, based in Chester, supports a varied client base and offers competitive benefits along with progression and study support opportunities.

Maintaining accurate financial records by recording daily transactions, reconciling accounts, and preparing basic financial statements for clients. They handle tasks like accounts payable/receivable, payroll processing, and ensuring compliance with tax regulations while supporting the firm's accountants with organized financial data for more complex advisory work.

Client Details

Established mid tier firm based in Chester support an interesting and varied client base.

Description

  • Maintain and update financial records, managing accounts payable, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations
  • Reconcile bank statements and resolve discrepancies as they arise - Prepare financial reports and summaries for management review
  • Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes
  • Preparation of Quarterly VAT Returns
  • Communication with clients, to request documents and statements
  • Performing day-to-day bank and ledger reconciliations

Profile

  • Previous experience in accounting or finance roles preferred.
  • Knowledge of various software including Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, is an advantage
  • Strong understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general accounting principles
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
  • Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and integrity in handling financial information
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively

Job Offer

  • Open to Part time and Full time options
  • Salary upto £28000
  • Competitive benefits
  • Progression opportunities
  • Study Support

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.