Part Time bookkeeper 6 Months Contract
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- England,East of England,Essex
- Part Time, Contract
- £25,000 - £40,000 per annum
Job Description:
Full job descriptionBookkeeper: (Part-Time, 25-30 hrs) - 6 Month FTC
Location: Clacton (Office-based)
Salary: £25,000 - £40,000 FTE (pro rata)
A well-established organisation is seeking a highly organised Bookkeeper to join its finance team on a 6-month maternity cover basis. This is a varied, hands-on role in a busy accounts function, ideal for someone with strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines.
Key Responsibilities:
*Manage HMRC payments and VAT returns
*Process purchase and sales ledger transactions
*Reconcile supplier statements, bank accounts, credit cards, and ledgers.
*Maintain accurate bookkeeping and financial records
*Prepare journals, month-end processes, and assist with management accounts
*Handle payroll-related admin (BrightPay/BrightHR)
*Manage foreign currency payments and fixed assets
*Support audit preparation
*Provide cover and guidance for Accounts Assistant duties
About You:
*Proven experience in a similar accounts role
*Strong knowledge of accounting processes and compliance
*Experience with Sage 50, BrightPay, and BrightHR
*Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
*Excellent organisation, accuracy, and ability to meet tight deadlines
*Proactive team player with the ability to work independently
*AAT (or equivalent) preferred
Benefits:
*Company pension
*Life insurance
*Free on-site parking
*Canteen & casual dress
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounts professional seeking a part-time, office-based role in Clacton with immediate impact.
If you’re interested in this role, click ’apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C’s, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Location: Clacton (Office-based)
Salary: £25,000 - £40,000 FTE (pro rata)
A well-established organisation is seeking a highly organised Bookkeeper to join its finance team on a 6-month maternity cover basis. This is a varied, hands-on role in a busy accounts function, ideal for someone with strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines.
Key Responsibilities:
*Manage HMRC payments and VAT returns
*Process purchase and sales ledger transactions
*Reconcile supplier statements, bank accounts, credit cards, and ledgers.
*Maintain accurate bookkeeping and financial records
*Prepare journals, month-end processes, and assist with management accounts
*Handle payroll-related admin (BrightPay/BrightHR)
*Manage foreign currency payments and fixed assets
*Support audit preparation
*Provide cover and guidance for Accounts Assistant duties
About You:
*Proven experience in a similar accounts role
*Strong knowledge of accounting processes and compliance
*Experience with Sage 50, BrightPay, and BrightHR
*Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
*Excellent organisation, accuracy, and ability to meet tight deadlines
*Proactive team player with the ability to work independently
*AAT (or equivalent) preferred
Benefits:
*Company pension
*Life insurance
*Free on-site parking
*Canteen & casual dress
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounts professional seeking a part-time, office-based role in Clacton with immediate impact.
If you’re interested in this role, click ’apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C’s, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Job number 3792509
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