Bookkeeper

RG Consultancy are working with a fantastic growing SME in Rochdale who are looking to recruit a Senior Accounts Assistant/Bookkeeper on a full-time basis. You will join a small team and report into the Finance Manager of the company

25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Free onsite parking

Pension scheme

Role Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and maintain accurate financial records using Sage 50

Process sales and purchase invoices, credit notes, payments and receipts

Maintain and reconcile bank accounts, credit cards and other balance sheet accounts

Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring invoices and payments are processed promptly

Monitor customer balances and supplier accounts, following up on outstanding items where required

Prepare and submit VAT returns, ensuring records are accurate and compliant

Perform regular bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies

Maintain accurate nominal ledgers and ensure transactions are correctly coded

Assist with month-end procedures, including accruals, prepayments and journal entries

Produce regular management reports, including profit & loss, balance sheet and aged debtor/creditor reports

Assist with cash-flow monitoring and provide accurate financial information to management

Maintain organised financial records and ensure all bookkeeping documentation is up to date

Liaise with external accountants, auditors, suppliers and customers when required

Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records in a timely manner

Support the wider business with ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting as required

Ensure bookkeeping processes are efficient, accurate and compliant with relevant regulations

Person Specification

At least 5 years' experience working with an all-around accounts or bookkeeper role

An AAT qualification or studying towards is highly desirable

Strong IT skills including MS Excel and accounting software, experience with SAGE 50 would be desirable

Experience working within a wholesale, distribution or retail environment would be an advantage