Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced bookkeeper to join Bennett Verby. We will provide you with in-house training to support you in your new role. You will join a professional and highly respected team where hard work and commitment are rewarded.

Your role and responsibilities:

• Preparation of VAT returns.
• Bank Reconciliations.
• Maintaining Sales/Purchase ledger.
• Taking accounts up to trial balance.
• Communicating effectively with HMRC.
• Responding professionally and promptly to client queries.
• Willingness to travel to clients’ premises.
• Willingness to undertake bookkeeping tasks at clients’ premises.

Qualifications:

• Ideally AAT qualified.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a bookkeeping role.

In addition:

• Hold a clean UK driving license and access to a car.
• Be able to work well within a team.
• Committed to your own professional development and a willingness to adapt as the department grows.
• Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels and with clients.
• Work to deadlines.
• Attention to detail and excellent time management skills.

Working week:

Monday-Thursday 8.30am — 5.15pm
Friday 8.30am — 4.30pm
(38 hours, full time)

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

A good working knowledge of Sage 50. A good knowledge of VAT and the ability to apply VAT rules and regulations. Competency in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook. Knowledge of Xero would be advantageous.