We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented bookkeeper to help manage the financial records for the seven companies that make up the Aldenham Estate. These companies include Limited Companies, Sole Traders, Partnerships, and Trusts, with some registered for VAT. The role requires proficiency in Sage 50 Accounts and a solid understanding of bookkeeping practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain ledgers across multiple entities
• Prepare and issue recurring and one-off sales invoices
• Accurately process and reconcile credit card receipts
• Manage supplier invoices and receipts, ensuring proper electronic storage of documents
• Process credit card payments and expenses efficiently
• Allocate bank payments and receipts using the automated bank feed
• Regularly reconcile bank statements
• Support the credit control process, including issuing statements and follow-up emails
• Resolve queries related to sales and purchase ledgers
• Ensure the correct use of VAT, nominal and department codes for transactions
• Complete quarterly VAT returns
• Complete month end processes including balance sheet reconciliations
• Perform finance and administrative duties as assigned by Senior Management

Criteria:

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English
• Accounting/Bookkeeping

Experience

• At least 2 years in accounts transactional processing

Knowledge & Skills

• Highly proficient in IT
• Extensive experience with Sage 50 Accounts is essential
• Strong knowledge of financial processes and accounting principles
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail
• Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines
• Willingness to work as part of a team

Only individual applicants may apply, no agents.

Applications must be made through Reed, no direct applications through calls or emails.