At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and maintain accurate financial records.
- Company: Established business near York and Thirsk with a supportive team.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, 30 days' holiday, staff discounts, and flexible hours.
- Other info: Flexible hours with 24+ hours per week available; easy commute with on-site parking.
- Why this job: Take ownership of finances in a growing business while enjoying work-life balance.
- Qualifications: Experience in bookkeeping and proficiency in Sage 50 accounting software.
The predicted salary is between 18 - 24 £ per hour.
A well-established business based in between York and Thirsk are currently recruiting for an experienced Bookkeeper to join their team on a permanent, part-time basis. Offering a competitive hourly rate of £18–£24 (negotiable for the right individual), alongside 30 days' holiday (pro rata), staff discounts and flexible working hours, this is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of the day-to-day bookkeeping within a successful and growing business.
As a Bookkeeper, you will be:
- Managing the day-to-day bookkeeping and maintaining accurate financial records.
- Preparing accounts up to trial balance, ensuring all financial information is accurate and up to date.
- Completing month-end processes, including accruals and prepayments.
- Processing and reconciling a high volume of bank transactions.
- Maintaining purchase ledger and sales ledger records.
- Supporting payroll administration, including liaising with external payroll providers and maintaining accurate employee payroll information.
- Providing general HR administration support, including preparing employment documentation, coordinating onboarding and maintaining employee records.
To be successful in this Bookkeeper role, you will ideally have/be:
- Previous experience in a Bookkeeper, Senior Bookkeeper, Accounts Assistant or similar all-round finance position.
- Essential experience using Sage 50 accounting software.
- Proven experience preparing accounts up to trial balance, including accruals and prepayments.
- Confident managing a busy workload and high volumes of financial transactions.
- A proactive, organised and self-sufficient approach, with the confidence to manage the finance function with minimal supervision.
- Some exposure to payroll and HR administration would be advantageous, although this is not the main focus of the position.
This fantastic opportunity is easily commutable from York, Thirsk, Boroughbridge, Haxby, Helmsley and surrounding areas, with on-site parking available. The hours are flexible with upwards of 24 hours per week available to suit the successful candidate, with more or less hours considered. Ideally, the business would like someone who can provide a presence across the working week.
If you are interested in this Bookkeeper opportunity, simply click the 'apply' button now to begin your application process or get in touch for a confidential conversation.
Bookkeeper employer: Castle Employment
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