About the role
We’re looking for an experienced, organised Bookkeeper to cover a period of maternity leave on a part-time basis. This is a hands-on, in-house role responsible for the day-to-day bookkeeping and financial record-keeping for Apex Doma, a Solar & Battery storage system installer based in Wilmslow.
You’ll work closely with our Finance Manager during a handover period before the maternity leave begins, and have ongoing support from the wider team / our external accountant throughout. This would suit someone who enjoys working accurately and independently, and who is comfortable owning the day-to-day finances of a single business.
Key responsibilities
- Processing sales invoices, expenses and contractor invoices
- Daily/weekly bank reconciliations in Xero
- Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable, including chasing outstanding payments
- Preparing accounts for management accounts by the external accountants
- Running payroll/liaising with the external payroll provider
- Preparing monthly management figures for review
- Liaising with our external accountant and providing information as needed
Essential skills and experience
- Proven bookkeeping experience, ideally looking after the accounts for a single business or small organisation
- Confident, hands-on proficiency with Xero (essential)
- Solid understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and accounting principles
- Familiarity with UK VAT and HMRC requirements
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Well organised, able to manage deadlines and work independently with minimal supervision
- Good communication skills for dealing with colleagues and suppliers
Desirable
- AAT qualification or equivalent / studying towards
- Experience with Excel
- Payroll experience
- Experience holding a sole-charge or standalone finance role
What we offer
- £32,000, pro rata
- 28 days holiday, inclusive of bank holidays, pro rata
- Pension scheme
- Flexible working pattern – hours/days can be agreed with the right candidate
- A supportive team and a thorough handover before the leave period begins
How to apply
Please send your CV and a short covering note outlining your relevant experience to Emily Weir, [email protected]
Pay: £32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
