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Bookkeeper - Part-Time
I am recruiting a Part-Time Bookkeeper as a friendly and forward-thinking accountancy practice based in Milton Keynes.
Location: The Open University Campus, Milton Keynes
Salary: £16,640 - £17,680 per annum, depending on experience
Hours: 20 hours per week, with the potential to increase
Working pattern: Flexible, including school hours
Are you an experienced Bookkeeper looking for a flexible role within a welcoming and supportive accountancy practice?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing accountancy firm at an early stage. The practice offers flexibility around the working day, with school hours available, alongside a convenient office setting with free parking and excellent facilities.
The Role
As a Bookkeeper, your responsibilities will include:
- Recording financial transactions accurately
- Completing bank reconciliations
- Checking balance sheet control accounts
- Preparing and submitting VAT returns
- Preparing basic monthly management accounts, with commentary
- Contacting clients to obtain the information required
- Communicating confidently with clients through meetings, telephone calls and messages
- Providing proactive support to help clients understand and improve their financial records
- Managing your workload effectively and meeting agreed deadlines
About You
The successful candidate will:
- Hold a minimum of AAT Level 3
- Have at least three years’ experience within a UK accountancy practice or as a self-employed Bookkeeper
- Be confident using Xero & Quickbooks, with Bright software experience also desirable
- Be able to manage their own workload and work independently
- Have excellent organisation and attention to detail
- Communicate confidently and professionally with clients
- Be able to work from the company’s office on The Open University campus in Milton Keynes
Benefits
- Salary of £16,640 - £17,680 per annum, depending on experience
- Flexible working pattern of 20 hours per week
- Potential for hours to increase
- School hours available
- Flexibility around the working day and location
- 28 days’ holiday, including the Christmas closure
- Company pension scheme
- Free onsite parking
- Complimentary tea, coffee and cold drinks
- Excellent facilities on campus, including the food & drink options and access to OU clubs (many free)
If you are an experienced Bookkeeper looking for a flexible position where your contribution will be valued, we would love to hear from you.
Pay: £16,640.00-£17,680.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
