Salary: Competitive dependant on experience

Location: Leicester, LE19

Type: Permanent, Full-time , office based – work from home flexibility offered after probation.

Working Hours: Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm

Due to continued growth 2fawcett are recruiting for a bookkeeper to join a forward-thinking and established professional services firm located in Leicester on a permanent basis. This is a pivotal role for the business and they’re looking for an experienced and dynamic bookkeeper to join the team.

The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in working closely with clients, providing VAT, management accounts and bookkeeping services. This is an exciting opportunity that offers variety and career progression for the right candidate.

Benefits

• 2 days work from home will be offered after probation
• Open plan, well-located offices
• Free on-site parking
• 34 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• Private health insurance
• Death in service benefit

The Role & Responsibilities of the Bookkeeper

• Processing Client Paperwork
• Bank Postings and Reconciliation
• Where required, Debtor and Creditor Reconciliation
• Preparing and submitting VAT Returns
• Processing accounting adjustments such as accruals and prepayments
• Posting journals for payroll, depreciation etc
• Preparing management accounts and information for clients
• Be able to analyse financial information

Requirements of the Bookkeeper

• High level of numeracy and IT literate
• Proven bookkeeping experience, including management accounts
• Proficiency in using accounting software such as Xero and Sage
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principals
• Fantastic attention to detail and organisational skills
• Full UK Driving License