Details:
- Salary: £30,000 - 35,000 - Annum
- Location: Bolton Greater Manchester
- Date: 4 weeks ago
Description:
We are looking for a Bookkeeper to work for a Construction related business, someone who will thrive in a fast-paced, construction yard environment.
The successful applicant can be trained in all aspects of the business and company ethos, though knowledge or experience of CIS returns and managing the subcontractor timesheets would be highly advantageous. 3-5 years Bookkeeping experience and use of Xero is essential.
Principal Responsibilities/Accountabilities of the Bookkeeper role:
* The workload will vary widely, but could include the following:
* Managing Timesheets and Subcontractor payroll details to pass over to the company accountant
* Processing Invoices, overseeing the Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger and Credit Control duties
* CIS Returns, VAT Returns
* Assisting with month-end and year-end closing procedures
* Preparing financial reports for the Management Team
* Dealing with accounts queries with confidence – has the support of an external accountant
* Liaison with suppliers, customers and subcontractors
* As a small office team, there will be additional administrative tasks and support with answering the telephone
Skills and Experience required
Excellent standard of Xero is required. The company has recently switched over to Xero from Sage
Good computer literacy - experience with MS Office is essential – Word & Excel
Experience with construction clients or subcontractors is a definite advantage though please apply to discuss the role if you feel this is a role for you!
Ability to work in an office with ‘banter’, though equally be able to focus and hold strong attention to detail which is essential
Aptitude for numeracy and analysis
Comfortable working in a busy construction office environment with an outside yard and lots of subcontractors in / out
Enthusiasm and assertiveness for working through problematic situations
Team player comfortable taking direction and guidance
Ability to work independently and proactively
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - both verbal and written
Willing to use initiative to resolve problems and identify improvements
Strong character able to work in a dynamic environment
Flexible and comfortable with growth and change
Job Type : Full time Permanent
Office hours : You can choose your start time 8.00, 8.30 or 9.00am starts
Salary : £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Experience : Bookkeeping: 3 - 5 years (preferred) Construction: (preferred not essential)