Bookkeeper

Our client is a family-owned business based in a unique location in the picturesque Bury St. Edmunds countryside. Specialising in the supply of high-quality timber products across the UK. With a lively, modern office this is an opportunity for a someone to play a key role in a successful and close-knit team and help to drive the business forward.

The Bookkeeper will oversee a more junior accounts assistant and work to train them to be able to provide effective support to the department and wider business. Qualifications are not essential relevant experience and a career history in similar roles is necessary. The successful candidate will be someone with a can-do attitude who is keen to learn and can go the extra mile when needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly management accounts
• Oversee credit control
• Stock management
• Managing the financial element of the shipping process
• Maintain and update financial records, including invoices, receipts, and payments
• Oversee bank reconciliation  
• Preparation of financial reports and statements
• Oversee the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
• Assist with general administrative tasks as required
• Preparation & calculation and posting of VAT returns including the responsibility of filing the VAT returns
• Prepare and process payroll
• Supporting and liaising with the auditors
• Giving advice regarding financial matter with the business

Essential Experience

• Proven experience a similar role
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
• Proficient in using accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles is preferred
• Must be willing to commute to the office 5 days a week
• Provide high quality Bookkeeping to trial balance.
• Confidence with Excel and Sage