Bookkeeper

A client of ours in the Chelmsford area are recruiting a Bookkeeper to join their team immediately. This is a full-time temporary position working Monday - Thursday 8:30am - 5:00pm and Friday 8:30am - 3:30pm, paying a negotiable salary, on a 3-month contract with the potential to go permanent for the right candidate.

Your key duties in this Bookkeeper role will include but are not limited to:

• Managing purchase and sales ledgers with Xero accounting software.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and processing invoices.
• Preparing monthly financial reports and supporting month-end.
• Handling VAT returns and credit control.
• Manage accounts payable, including processing payments and reconciling statements.
• Conduct regular audits of financial data to ensure accuracy.
• Supporting the MD with general office and admin duties.

Skills and experience required to be considered for this role:

• Proven bookkeeping/accounts experience.
• Strong knowledge of purchase & sales ledgers.
• Experience with Xero accounting software.
• Good Excel and reporting skills.
• Understanding of a manufacturing environment (advantageous).
• Available immediately.

If you feel like you meet the above criteria & would like to be considered for this Bookkeeper position, please apply with your CV and Laura at Prime Appointments will be in touch. #accountsjobs