Part-Time Bookkeeper – Xero & VAT
Location: Sandy, Bedfordshire
Company: PointSCAN Limited
Employment: Part-time
Hours: To be agreed
Salary: Competitive, dependent upon experience
About PointSCAN
PointSCAN Limited is a specialist 3D laser scanning and measured surveying company based in Sandy, Bedfordshire. We provide high-accuracy surveying, point cloud, CAD and BIM services to clients across the UK, working within the construction, engineering, water, industrial and architectural sectors.
As the business continues to develop, we are looking for an experienced Part-Time Bookkeeper to support the financial administration and day-to-day bookkeeping of the company.
The Role
We are looking for someone who is confident working independently and has strong practical experience using Xero.
The role will include maintaining accurate financial records, processing and reconciling transactions, supporting VAT submissions and ensuring that our accounting records remain accurate and up to date.
Typical responsibilities will include:
- Maintaining the company's bookkeeping records within Xero
- Bank reconciliation
- Purchase and sales ledger management
- Processing supplier invoices and expenses
- Reviewing customer payments and outstanding balances
- Reconciling accounts and identifying discrepancies
- Preparing and reviewing VAT records and VAT returns
- Maintaining accurate records for the Director's Loan Account
- Liaising with our accountant where required
- Assisting with month-end and year-end information
- General financial administration and reporting
- Identifying and resolving bookkeeping discrepancies
Essential Experience
Applicants should have:
- Previous bookkeeping experience
- Strong working knowledge of Xero
- Practical experience of UK VAT
- Experience completing bank reconciliations
- Good understanding of purchase and sales ledgers
- Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Ability to work independently and maintain accurate financial records
Experience working with a small or medium-sized UK business would be particularly useful.
Working Arrangements
This is a part-time position based at our offices in Sandy, Bedfordshire.
We are open to discussing the exact working pattern with the successful applicant and are more interested in finding the right person than prescribing a rigid schedule.
The position may suit an experienced bookkeeper looking for regular part-time hours within a growing specialist business.
What We Offer
- Flexible part-time working arrangement
- Established Xero accounting system
- Varied role within a specialist technical company
- Opportunity to help improve financial reporting and controls as the business grows
- Competitive salary based upon experience
How to Apply
Please apply with your CV together with a brief summary of your experience using Xero and preparing or supporting UK VAT returns.
PointSCAN Limited is an equal opportunities employer.
Pay: £15.00-£18.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
