Bookkeeper

Description

We're looking for a highly organised and detail focused, part time Bookkeeper to join a small, established business during a time of transition. With two long serving team members retiring at the end of the year, this is a great opportunity to make the role your own.

As the Bookkeeper, you'll oversee the day to day sales and purchase ledger, processing monthly reconciliations, payroll, and HMRC reporting. During busy times, you will support the Customer Service Executive taking customer orders. This is a hands-on, varied role where attention to detail is essential.

Key responsibilities for the Bookkeeper will include:

Sales Ledger

Posting delivery information to customer accounts and issuing invoices

Processing payments and allocating to customers' accounts

Sending monthly customer statements

Credit controlPurchase Ledger

Processing supplier invoices and payments

Perform regular reconciliations with supplier statements Payroll & HMRC

Preparing monthly payroll

Submitting PAYE, NI, and pension returns

Liaising with HMRC and pension providers as required

Posting monthly payroll journal Accounting & Reporting

Prepare monthly reconciliations

Monthly VAT return

Maintain fixed asset register & post depreciation's

Producing year end trial balance for auditors

Liaise with external auditors Customer Orders & Support

Answer incoming customer calls during busy times

Take customer orders and process card payments

Assist with general customer queries Skills, attributes and experience required for the Bookkeeper

Minimum AAT-Level 3 or QBE

Proven experience in a hands-on bookkeeping role

Strong working knowledge of VAT, PAYE, and HMRC reporting

Confident using accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage)

Excellent Excel and Microsoft Office skills

High level of accuracy, discretion, and timeliness

A friendly, team focused attitude

Confident working under own initiative What's in it for you?

Hours: 20 hours per week, ideally 9:00am - 1:00pm Monday to Friday (flexibility can be considered)

Salary: £30-£32K FTE

Benefits: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension Additional Information

The role is currently based in Middle Barton (OX7), with an imminent move to the Banbury/Brackley area

The closing date for applications is Monday 8 September 2025

Interviews are expected to take place on Wednesday 17 September 2025Recruitment Process

This role is being advertised via Employ Direct, a service provided by Cameo Consultancy. As this is an advertising-only service, we are not involved in the selection process.

All suitable applications will be forwarded directly to the employer, who will contact shortlisted candidates to arrange interviews

Ad ID: 5416927241