Bookkeeper

Bookkeeper/Office Administrator
Location: Birmingham B12
Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: 8:30am - 4:30pm Monday to Thursday, 8:30am - 3:30pm Friday (45-minute lunch break)
Benefits: Company-paid parking, Bonuses x 2 (April & Dec)
Join a Successful, Established Business
Are you an experienced Bookkeeper looking for a varied and rewarding role where you can truly make a difference?
We're seeking a proactive and highly organised individual to join a small, successful company as the current Accounts/Office Administrator prepares for retirement. This is a rare opportunity to benefit from a comprehensive handover and training period, ensuring a smooth transition into the role.
Working closely with the Directors and a small team of employees, you'll become the central point of support for the business, taking ownership of accounts, payroll, office management and day-to-day operations.
Key Responsibilities
* Processing day-to-day accounts using Sage 50*
* Maintaining purchase and sales ledgers
* Bank reconciliations and basic credit control
* Processing payroll for approximately 10 employees using Sage 50*
* Producing reports and maintaining records
* Managing incoming calls and welcoming visitors
* Ordering and maintaining office stationery and supplies
* General administration, filing and office support
* Managing diaries, emails, contacts and business documents
*Full support will be provided by the company's Accountant.
About You
You'll be a confident self-starter who enjoys working independently and taking ownership of your responsibilities. You will have recent experience using Sage 50 (or a similar accounting package) and be comfortable managing a varied workload with minimal supervision.
To succeed in this role, you'll have:
* Previous bookkeeping and office administration experience
* Sage 50 accounting and payroll experience
* Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word and Excel
* Excellent organisational and communication skills
* A professional, flexible and can-do approach
This role would suit someone who takes pride in keeping an office running smoothly, enjoys variety in their day, and wants to become a trusted support to a close-knit and successful business.
If you have the skills and experience required and are interested to find out more - please get in touch.
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