About the Role
We are a growing digital marketing agency based in Harrogate, seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Part-Time Bookkeeper to support the day-to-day financial management of the business.
This role is ideal for an experienced bookkeeper looking for flexible part-time work with responsibility for maintaining accurate financial records, managing accounts in Xero, preparing monthly management accounts, and overseeing VAT submissions.
You will work closely with the leadership team to ensure financial processes are organised, accurate, and delivered on time.
Due to the workload, we need someone to commence this position this month
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate bookkeeping records using Xero
- Manage sales and purchase ledgers, ensuring all transactions are coded correctly.
- Reconcile bank accounts and company credit cards
- Process supplier invoices and payments
- Manage customer invoicing and credit control
- Prepare and submit VAT returns via Making Tax Digital (MTD).
- Produce monthly management accounts and financial reports
- Monitor cash flow and report on financial performance
- Assist with budgeting and forecasting where required
- Liaise with external accountants at year-end
- Ensure financial records are compliant and up to date
- Maintain organised financial documentation and filing systems
- Maintaining supplementary trackers and bespoke financial reports using advanced Excel functions
Skills & Experience Required
Essential
- Proven bookkeeping experience within an SME or agency environment
- Strong working knowledge of Xero
- Excellent Excel skills
- Experience preparing monthly management accounts
- Experience managing VAT returns and submissions
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively
- Good communication skills and a proactive approach
Desirable
- Experience working within a digital marketing, creative, or professional services business
- AAT qualification or equivalent bookkeeping/accounting qualification
Working Arrangement
- Up to 1 day per week (flexible scheduling available)
- Hybrid working considered
- Based in or within commuting distance of Harrogate
Why Join Us?
- Flexibility: We are happy to work around your existing commitments. Whether you want to do one full day or two half-days, we’re flexible.
- Environment: A relaxed, modern office atmosphere with a team that values your expertise.
- Impact: You will have a direct impact on the agency’s growth and financial strategy
- Opportunity: Long-term opportunity with a growing business
- Control: Autonomy and ownership within the role
- Competitive Salary based upon Experience (FTE)
How to Apply
Please submit your CV along with a short cover note outlining your relevant bookkeeping and Xero experience.
Pay: £24,420.00-£41,950.50 per year FTE
Pay: £24,420.00-£41,950.50 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Harrogate HG1 5LT: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Are you based in or around Harrogate?
- What interests you most about this position?
- Do you have any experience of working in an agency?
- Are you available to start immediately?
Education:
- A-Level or equivalent (required)
Experience:
- Bookkeeping: 6 years (required)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
- AAT qualification (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
