Part-Time Bookkeeper
Accounting
Part-Time Bookkeeper
Location: based in Colchester - Remote working
Hours: Part-time, flexible by agreement 10-16 hours per week
Hourly rate: £18-20 per hour
Working arrangement: PAYE employed or self-employed basis
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced, organised and reliable Part-Time Bookkeeper to support the day-to-day finance, payroll and accounting functions of SVC Solutions.
This is a varied role requiring strong bookkeeping and payroll knowledge, excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines. The successful candidate will help ensure that payroll, invoicing, VAT returns, management accounts and financial reporting are completed accurately, efficiently and in accordance with relevant legislation.
The position offers flexibility, with the opportunity to work on either a PAYE employed basis or a self-employed basis, depending on the agreed working arrangement.
The ideal candidate will have:
Proven experience in bookkeeping, payroll and general accounts administration.
Good working knowledge of Sage 50 and Sage Job Costing, or similar accounting software.
Experience processing weekly and monthly payroll, PAYE, pensions and statutory payroll documentation.
Experience preparing VAT returns and monthly management accounts.
Knowledge of purchase and sales ledgers, bank reconciliations, credit control and BACS payments.
Strong numerical skills and excellent attention to detail.
The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and meet strict deadlines.
Good communication and organisational skills.
A high level of integrity and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
An AAT qualification or equivalent relevant accounting experience would be advantageous