Bookkeeper

Junior Bookkeeper

Location: Bromsgrove (Office Based)
Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum

We are looking for a proactive and organised Junior Bookkeeper to join our finance team based in Bromsgrove. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their bookkeeping career while working alongside and supporting an experienced Senior Bookkeeper.

You will gain exposure to all aspects of the finance function, assisting with the day-to-day running of the accounts department and playing an important role in ensuring accurate financial records.

Junior Bookkeeper Key Responsibilities

Support the Senior Bookkeeper with daily finance activities

Perform bank reconciliations across multiple accounts

Assist with purchase ledger processing and supplier payments

Maintain the sales ledger and support credit control activities

Help prepare and submit VAT returns

Assist with month-end and year-end accounting processes

Monitor cash flow and reconcile balances

Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation

Support balance sheet reconciliations and fixed asset records

Assist with management reporting and financial analysis

Help process payroll, pensions and HMRC administration (training provided if required)

Support accounting for e-commerce platforms including Shopify, PayPal, Stripe and Klarna

Assist with foreign currency transactions and multi-currency accounting

Carry out general finance administration and other ad hoc duties as required

The successful Junior Bookkeeper will ideally have 

Previous experience in a bookkeeping or accounts assistant role

Good understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger and bank reconciliations

Knowledge of VAT principles

Strong Microsoft Excel and general IT skills

Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn

Ability to work independently as well as part of a small finance team

In return you will receive a 

Salary of £28,000 - £30,000, depending on experience

Office-based role in Bromsgrove

Ongoing training and mentoring from an experienced Senior Bookkeeper

Opportunity to broaden your accounting knowledge and develop your career

Friendly and supportive working environment

Opportunity to be involved in all aspects of the finance function

If you're looking to build a long-term career in finance and bookkeeping, we'd love to hear from you. Please click APPLY with your updated CV and I will be in touch soon