2fawcett Recruitment are currently seeking a Bookkeeper to join a well-established business based in Rugby on a full-time basis. This is a great opportunity to join a growing finance team in a varied accounts role, supporting the Finance Director with core bookkeeping duties and to support the day-to-day running of their finance function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process purchase and sales invoices and staff expenses.
• Maintain accurate ledgers and accounting records.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable, including supplier payments.
• Reconcile bank, credit card, and petty cash accounts.
• Support month-end processes, including journals and reconciliations.
• Maintain fixed asset register and assist with reporting.
• Assist with preparing/submitting VAT returns and audit preparation.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to resolve queries.
• Assist with payroll tasks (timesheets, starters, leavers).
• Provide ad-hoc financial reporting and analysis.

Requirements:

• Experience working within a varied accounts/ bookkeeping role is essential.
• Strong understanding of double entry bookkeeping.
• Comfortable taking ownership of key areas of the finance function.
• Familiar with accounting software.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite including Excel (pivot tables, lookups, basic formulas).
• Comfortable working to deadlines, able to prioritise effectively, and adjust quickly to changing priorities and urgent tasks.
• Able to work independently and manage day-to-day finance tasks effectively.