We are looking for an experienced bookkeeper / Office Administrator to join our team in managing the daily accounting and administrative tasks for two growing businesses.   

This is a full-time flexible, work-from-home position with fixed time allocated to both businesses throughout the week.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and maintaining the bookkeeping duties of both businesses, including weekly credit control and Payroll responsibilities.  Both Company accounts are maintained through Xero, and so extensive knowledge of the application is essential.   

Key Responsibilities: 

• Daily accounts reconciliation 
• Weekly credit control management, including contacting Debtors to ensure they pay in line with agreed schedule. 
• Monitoring the accounts inbox and swiftly responding to client queries  
• Generating one-time and invoices and updating recurring invoices   
• Updating and managing the purchase ledger 
• Preparing and submitting quarterly VAT returns 
• Updating and processing weekly and monthly Company Payrolls of up to 80 employees.
• Managing the Company workplace Pension
• Generating month end financial reports for the Company Directors    
• Liaising wiht external HR person and managing the Company Employment contracts
• Liaising with external Accounts personal to organise and of year accounts  

Requirements: 

• Must be IT literate and have experience using Xero and Microsoft 365.   
• Proven experience in a similar role 
• Accurate numeracy skills and the ability to spot financial discrepancies. 
• The ability to work unsupervised, within a supportive team 
• Must be able to commute to our offices in Highams Park and Ware for occasionally meetings when required.

What We Offer: 

• A working from home position   
• All necessary equipment provided (laptop, software, etc.) 
• Join a very supportive and dynamic team 
• 20 days paid holiday rising to 25 after consecutive years' service.  

If you meet the requirements and are looking for a flexible role, then we’d love to hear from you! Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience.