Bookkeeper - FRS Ltd : Job Details

Contract 2 Years

Salary: Circa £40,000

My client is a growing SME seeking a motivated and hands-on Finance Manager/Bookkeeper for a 2 years FTC to play a key role within their finance team during a period of transition. Reporting to a senior manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the financial function, ensuring accuracy in reporting, and contributing to the business's financial health.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive professional to develop their skills and grow with the business.

• Lead daily financial operations, including sales and purchase ledgers, supplier payments, and expense claims.
• Support the end-to-end month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Produce and assist with the presentation of monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements, with insightful commentary.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and other tax-related documentation, ensuring full compliance.
• Provide support during the annual audit process.
• Contribute to the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes.
• Assist in maintaining and updating cash flow models and forecasts to ensure optimal liquidity.
• Support the credit control function and debtor management.
• Assist with banking relationships and financing facilities.

• Professional Qualification: AAT qualified or part-qualified ACCA/CIMA, or Qualified By Experience (QBE) with a proven track record in a relevant role.
• Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a finance role, ideally within an SME environment.
• Proficiency with financial software (e.g., Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, etc.).

The successful candidate will need to be available to start by September 2025