Bookkeeper/Administrator - YourRecruit : Job Details

Job Title: Bookkeeper/Administrator

Salary: £27,000 - £28,000

Location: Caterham

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am – 5.30pm

The Role:

A skilled and motivated Bookkeeper & Office Administrator is required for a varied position supporting both daily financial tasks and the smooth running of the office. This role is well-suited to someone organised, proactive, and confident managing multiple priorities, who enjoys being a key point of contact.

Key Responsibilities:

Bookkeeping

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping duties.
• Process accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing and payment tracking.
• Carry out bank reconciliations and ensure accurate financial record keeping.
• Assist with preparation of VAT returns.
• Work with accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, Sage or VTT+.

Client Services

• Act as the first point of contact for clients and visitors via phone, email, and in-person.
• Manage incoming enquiries and direct communication appropriately.
• Schedule appointments and maintain a central office calendar.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail and general correspondence.

Office Administration & Support

• Provide administrative and secretarial support to senior staff or managers.
• Draft, edit, and format documents, letters, and internal communications.
• Maintain well-structured digital and physical filing systems in line with data protection requirements.
• Manage office supplies and support general office upkeep.
• Carry out additional administrative tasks as needed.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Previous experience in a bookkeeping or financial administration role.
• Confident communication skills and a professional telephone manner.
• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, Sage or equivalent).
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload.
• Positive, reliable, and proactive approach.

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