Based in Luton, Bedfordshire our client is looking for a part time Bookkeeper to join their team on a permanent, part-time basis working around 20 hours a week with flexibility on which days and hours.

This job would suit a strong bookkeeper or all-round accountant looking to take responsibility of keeping all financial systems and records up to date, provide reporting and general administrative support to the team.

Our client is a global entertainment & events business, delivering impactful experiences that blend artistry with precision and elevating brand messages.

The successful individual will be an experienced bookkeeper with an element of customer service background. Having a track record in the accurate operation and performance of bookkeeping and basic management accounting functions within a small business. They must have strong English communication skills, both oral and written, with good telephone manner. Having experience using Google Sheets, Xero and Slack is a plus.

Duties will include:

• Efficient and timely operation and management of accounting, book-keeping and reporting functions.
• Responsibility for the management and operation of sales ledger, purchase ledger and nominal ledger functions.
• Take responsibility for the completion of bank reconciliations, transaction entries, journal entries etc., on a day-to-day basis.
• Processing and issuing of supplier payments via payment software, including issuing of remittance advice.
• Preparation of basic monthly accounts and financial reports as required by the Directors, in a timely fashion at month-end. Explanation and identification of any exceptional items, to be brought to the Directors' attention.
• Perform and manage comprehensive and consistent month-end routines, policies and procedures, as directed.
• Provide input as required to the process of budgeting and forecasting.
• Communicate with suppliers where purchase invoice queries exist and resolve discrepancies.
• Undertake the preparation and submission of VAT returns through Xero.
• Process monthly payroll through Xero and issue of payment remittance to staff.
• Take responsibility for credit control function and decide on course of action to be taken with problem debtors. (in conjunction with Directors)
• Creating and Issuing Sales Invoices from Xero, ensuring correct sales nominal codes and department codes are used.
• Maintain a neat and orderly filing system of all of the company's financial records.
• Undertake bank reconciliation on Xero.
• Provide administrative support and assistance to the Directors as well as other staff
• Assist with the pre-production elements of the company's event projects, including booking suppliers, issuing purchase orders and booking accommodation and travel.
• Manage visitors to the Company's premises.
• Maintain stock levels of office supplies

This is a perfect opportunity for an experienced accountant looking for a part time bookkeeper role in an exciting business.

For more information about this role or any other part-time Bookkeeper jobs in Luton, Bedfordshire please contact me in confidence or visit our website www.mrkassociates.co.uk

Every application will receive a response as this is the recognised working practice at MRK Associates.

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