Bookkeeper

Job Description

Accountancy Recruit is partnering with a Private Holding Company for a highly profitable group with turnover of £250 million. The majority of the business is involved in selling timber products to the UK construction business; however, this is managed from the North of England. The rest of the business involves a thoroughbred breeding business, traditional farming, and property investment. This is effectively the private office of the sole owner, with offices based in Marlborough (on-site parking available). As the Bookkeeper you will be working within a small team reporting to the Chairman and taking responsibility for day-to-day accounts, through to month end closure. This is a varied role, in which you can take ownership and responsible of a variety of tasks: you will need a proactive approach, being flexible and adaptable. Enjoyable role in a busy company with a collaborative approach.

Key Accountability Overview

• Responsible for the day-to-day transactions using Sage.
• Purchase ledger: collating and recording all purchase ledger invoices for the 4/5 operating companies.
• Preparing invoices for approval.
• Making payments using the online banking system.
• Sales ledger: raising invoices, statements, and credit notes.
• Chasing outstanding debt and preparing aged debt reports.
• Bank Reconciliations - to include various non purchase ledger items.
• Reconciling supplier balances.
• Preparing cost summaries.
• Calculation and submission of VAT returns.
• Closing month end accounts and presenting trail balance reports.
• Supporting the Management Accountant in month end reporting.

Person Specification

• Working knowledge in a similar role, with responsibility for processing a reasonable number of transactions.
• Excellent communication skills and the proven ability to manage stakeholders at all levels.
• Previous experience of Sage / Sage Line 50 and Microsoft Excel.
• The ability to work autonomously, but also work well within a small team.

Remuneration

• Competitive base salary between £30-40,000 pa depending on experience.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Office based.
• Free car parking.
• Hours: 8.30 am to 5.00 pm - Monday to Friday