Bookkeeper - Part Time

Bookkeeper - Part Time.
Nailsworth, Stroud.

Our client, a well established small but growing construction company, is looking for an experienced part-time Bookkeeper to join their small team based in Nailsworth, Stroud. The Company is willing to be very flexible in respect of the hours/days worked.

The successful candidate will assist in managing the day to day accounting and finance requirements. Confidentiality, excellent organisational skills and accuracy are important qualifications for this position, as well as good customer relations and the ability to communicate clearly.

The ideal candidate for this position will have experience in the construction industry, is a skilled multi-tasker and is committed to consistently meeting deadlines, as well as have experience of and embrace modern bookkeeping techniques.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: 

1. Balance and maintain ledgers.
2. Match purchase orders with invoices.
3. Coordinate bank deposits and report financial results on a regular basis to management.
4. Monitor office expenses and tally and enter cash receipts.
5. Pay vendor invoices and track bank account balances.
6. Develop monthly financial statements, including cash flow, profit and loss statements and balance sheets.
7. Support the introduction of new software to ensure systems are more efficient. 
8. Prepare quarterly and monthly tax returns, along with payroll, operating, business taxes and CIS (Construction Industry Scheme).  Submit VAT returns.
9. Perform all duties assigned by the management team.

KEY SKILLS, BEHAVIOURS & EXPERIENCE:

1. A relevant qualification from the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) or equivalent.
2. Proven experience of working in accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, payroll and payroll reports, preferably in the construction industry.
3. Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
4. Extensive experience with data entry, record keeping and computer operation.
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel and Sage and use department codes.   
6. Experience in services related to payroll.
7. Strong understanding of business and income tax worksheets and computations.
8. Strong attention to detail with a focus on ensuring accuracy.