Job Summary
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organised Bookkeeper/Administrator to join our team. This temporary-to-permanent role involves managing financial records, maintaining accurate and timely accounts in line with applicable legislation and best practice, and support to one main client initially, and providing administrative support to ensure smooth business operations. The ideal candidate will have experience with accounting software programme, Netsuite, and possess excellent organisational skills. This is a paid position suitable for individuals eager to contribute to a professional environment while developing their skills in finance and administration.
Hours of work are between 9am and 5pm. 20-30 hours needed initially with scope to increase if the role becomes permanent for the right candidate.
Responsibilities
- Managing and maintaining accurate financial records using Netsuite
- Processing accounts payable and receivable transactions efficiently and accurately
- Reconciling bank statements and ensuring all financial data is up-to-date
- Submitting VAT returns and entering journals
- Preparing weekly, monthly and quarterly financial reports - training can be provided
- Assisting with weekly and monthly payroll processing where needed- training can be provided
- Organising and filing financial documents in accordance with company policies
- Supporting administrative tasks including correspondence, scheduling, and document preparation
- Answer incoming telephone calls in a professional and timely manner
- Ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations and internal controls
- Attend networking or client events where reasonably required by the business
- Maintain a clean and tidy working environment, including assisting with office cleaning where required
- Carry out ad hoc duties as reasonably requested by senior members of the team
- Refer all queries, concerns or uncertainties to senior members for guidance and approval
Qualifications
- Experience using Netsuite software- Required
- Proven experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, or Xero- Required
- Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles including VAT and reconciliations- Required
- Understanding of accounts payable processes and financial reporting- Desired
- Previous experience in a finance role- Required
- Previous experience completing payroll- Desired
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively- Required
- Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record keeping- Required
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal- Required
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team- Required
- Previous experience in an administrative role- Desired
All applicants must be within commutable distance and willing to work in an office-based role in Syston, Leicester.
This position offers an opportunity to develop your career within a supportive environment while contributing to the efficient functioning of our organisation.
Pay: £15.00-£17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Flexitime
- On-site parking
- Transport links
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Syston, Leicestershire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Have you used Netsuite software before?
Education:
- A-Level or equivalent (required)
Experience:
- bookkeeping/accountancy: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person
