Details:
- Salary: £35,000 - Annum
- Location: WS2 Birchills Walsall
- Date: 1 week ago
Description:
Bookkeeper
Office based, Walsall
Working hours 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday -Thursday & 8 am - 1:00 pm Fridays
£35,000 per annum
Company Overview:
My client, situated in the centre of Walsall, West Midlands; are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive individual to join their team as a Bookkeeper. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth financial operations and HR functions within our company.
Key Responsibilities: Bookkeeping:
* Download daily bank statements and perform bank reconciliations.
* Post purchase ledger direct debits (DDs), nominal cash payments, and receipts accurately.
* Conduct monthly payment runs for suppliers and handle ad hoc payments as required.
* Facilitate internal transfers between companies and manage payments to HMRC for VAT & PAYE.
Purchase Ledger:
* Review and update all purchase invoice batches for correct nominal coding and amounts.
* Set up supplier accounts when necessary and perform cash allocation.
* Reconcile statements at month-end and liaise with the Purchasing Manager regarding missing invoices.
* Post ad hoc invoices and perform analysis of credit card transactions monthly.
Financial Reporting:
* Generate internal sales invoices and maintain accurate records for shared costs and transport recharges.
* Handle petty cash, including control, disbursement, and reconciliation at month-end.
* Prepare and submit quarterly VAT reconciliations to HMRC via MTD software.
* Compile quarterly tied oil reports for HMRC submission.
Payroll and HR Support:
* Enter payroll data for external processing and oversee payroll activities, including pension uploads and expense claims.
* Manage internal commissions and maintain the time & attendance system.
* Assist with generating contracts for new starters and maintaining HR files.
Year-End Responsibilities:
* Prepare year-end files for audit across multiple companies, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
* Reconcile control accounts and handle accruals adjustments.
* Provide documentation and analysis for audit purposes, including bad debt write-offs and provision requirements.
* Post final journals from auditors to complete the year-end process in the computer system.
Qualifications and Skills:
* Proficiency in bookkeeping principles and practices.
* Experience with payroll processing and HR administrative tasks.
* Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
* Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
* Proficiency in accounting software (experience with Focus advantageous)
* Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments.
Successful candidate will receive a competitive salary, flexible working hours to accommodate their needs, convenient links to local train and bus station