A modern Colchester based accountancy practice has a vacancy for an experienced bookkeeper to join our friendly team on a permanent basis. The role is office based in the north Colchester area, and is available either full-time or part-time. We may be able to offer flexible and school friendly hours.
Ideally, you will have 2 years’ experience in a practice environment, and looking for a fresh new challenge. You will need good Excel skills, good attention to detail, and be a team player. Some experience of Sage would be beneficial.
The Role
- Invoicing and assisting with credit control
- Bank reconciliations
- Assisting clients with their queries
- Assisting with management accounts
- Creating running and analysing reports
- Preparing VAT returns
- Processing payroll and other journals
- Providing accounting and clerical support
- Preparation of Profit & Loss accounts and balance sheets
- Processing sales invoices, receipts and payments
- Preparation and submission of clients monthly/quarterly VAT
Experience Required
- 2 years accountancy practice experience
- Familiar with Sage, QuickBooks, Xero, Receipt Bank or Kashflow
- Strong communication skills and the ability to liaise with authorities and clients
- Proactive, confident and professional in all aspects of your work
- Good organisational skills and attention to detail
- Must be eligible to work in the UK