Contact Additional Resources
Additional Resources
Bookkeeper
Essex
Contact Additional Resources
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 2 days ago
- Salary
- 38000.00 GBP Annual
- Recruiter
- Additional Resources
- Closes
- 26 Jun 2026
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Bookkeeper to join a well-established company specialising in residential sales, lettings, and investment opportunities.
This is a busy, hands-on bookkeeping role supporting day-to-day accounting across multiple entities. The successful candidate must be highly confident using Xero and Excel, very PC literate, and able to work accurately at pace in a high-volume transaction environment.
This full-time permanent role is office based offering a salary of up to GBP38,000 and benefits. Applicants must be comfortable working with high transaction volumes, producing reports, and managing financial data accurately and efficiently.
Responsibilities:
Daily bank postings, including receipts, payments, and cash book maintenanceProcessing a high volume of transactions accurately and efficientlyBank reconciliations against the general ledger across multiple entitiesProcessing bank paymentsAssisting with invoicing as requiredProducing ad hoc financial, management, and transactional reportsExtracting, reviewing, and analysing data from Xero and ExcelProviding accurate and timely financial information to managementIdentifying and resolving discrepancies quickly and effectivelySupporting smooth financial processes and maintaining accurate recordsEnsuring compliance with relevant financial regulations and standards
What We Are Looking For:
Essential:
Previously worked as a Bookkeeper, Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Assistant Accountant, Junior Accountant, Accounts Administrator or in a similar role.Hands on bookkeeping experience working within an accounts or finance functionConfident user of Xero, including bank postings, reconciliations, reporting, and transaction processingStrong general computer literacy with the ability to learn and use systems quicklyIntermediate to advanced Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, lookups, data sorting, filtering, and report preparationExperience handling a high volume of transactions with speed and accuracyAbility to produce accurate financial and management reportsGood understanding of VAT returns and general bookkeeping processesExcellent attention to detail and a methodical working styleAbility to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentStrong communication skills across all levels
Desirable:
Experience within the property, construction, or real estate sectorKnowledge of CISA relevant accounting qualification, such as AAT
This role requires someone who is already confident using Xero, Excel, and general office systems. This position would suit a practical, experienced Bookkeeper who enjoys a varied, fast-paced finance role and can quickly take ownership of day-to-day bookkeeping tasks.
What s on Offer:
Competitive salaryOpportunity to work within a supportive and growing businessExposure to a varied and dynamic finance roleCareer development opportunities
This is an excellent opportunity for a capable and confident Bookkeeper looking to take the next step in their career within a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.
Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
Ad ID: 5418417700
Stay Safe
"Only access Gumtree from gumtree.com and do not follow links sent by other users"
"Share photos and ask lots of questions about the items you are buying and selling"
"If an ad or reply sounds too good to be true, it probably is"
"Use the 'Reply to ad' button for your safety and privacy"
"Don't reply to email addresses hidden in text and pictures"
"Beware of fake Gumtree, eBay or escrow sites and invoices"
1 of 6
