Job Summary
We are seeking a Senior Bookkeeper to join our accounts team, office location Basildon, Essex. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the financial operations of the organisation & experience in the construction industry is preferred but not essential.
The Senior Bookkeeper would be an integral part of the team and would work closely with the Directors, supply chain & sales team.
Responsibilities
- Purchase invoicing/Xero invoicing via in-house systems and platforms/Credit Control
- Daily bookkeeping – bank reconciliation, allocating payments and receipts to Xero.
- Enter data, maintain records, and create reports for project costings.
- Calculate and maintain schedules of accruals and prepayments.
- Prepare lead schedules for year-end accounts.
- Liaise with external accountants and deal with queries.
- Reporting – weekly sales report, P&L, sales data for sales team billing, weekly pay run report.
- Prepare and process CIS tax for all subcontractor's and send CIS statement.
- Assist in processing accounts payable and receivable transactions, ensuring timely payments to suppliers and ensuring payments are made on time. High level purchase invoice entry via Hubdoc platforms
- Maintain accurate financial records using Xero accounting software
- Support month-end closing activities, assist with month end reporting
- Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding accounts payable and other financial matters.
- Collaborate with team members to improve processes and enhance overall efficiency within the finance department.
- Credit card / bank reconciliations & receipt capture allocating payments and receipts to Xero.
- Monthly VAT/PAYE/wages journal/HMRC work
- Month-end procedures – Xero
- Client Retentions
- Weekly & fortnightly subcontractors wages
- Payroll
Experience
- Minimum 5 years previous experience as a Senior Bookkeeper, preferably within the construction industry & experience in this field
- Accurate data entry skills
- Proficiency in Xero accounting software is essential for this role
- Familiarity with accounts processes and general accounting principles including accounts receivable and payable
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to liaise with colleagues and suppliers confidently
- Good understanding of MS Office including high level of Excel
- PAYE, CIS, DRC VAT
- Solid understanding of Bookkeeping and accounting principles with a proven background in a commercial business
- Experience in calculating, posting, and managing accounting figures and financial records.
- Professional, courteous telephone manner with the ability to communicate with all levels of business customers and suppliers.
Hours of Work
Part Time Permanent - We are unable to offer remote working,
Flexible Hrs from 24-30 Hrs Per Week
Min. 3 Days this can be flexible with how these hours are obtained (either 3 full days 8 Hr Day or split over 4/5 days
Pay
£16.00 - £18.00 Per Hr depending on Experience
Pay: £16.00-£18.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
