Full job descriptionLocation: Milton Keynes area
Salary: £40,000 pro rata
Hours: 3 days per week, 09:00–15:00
Reed are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established business for an experienced Part-Time Bookkeeper. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented finance professional looking for a flexible role with responsibility for the day-to-day bookkeeping and financial administration of the company.

The successful candidate will have proven bookkeeping experience and be confident using Xero to manage financial records, reporting, and reconciliations.
Key Responsibilities
*Maintain accurate financial records and bookkeeping processes
*Complete weekly and monthly bank reconciliations
*Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns to HMRC
*Manage sales ledger activities, including raising invoices, posting payments, and reporting on aged debtors
*Process purchase ledger transactions and supplier payments
*Prepare and maintain payroll information and pension contributions
*Produce monthly Profit & Loss reports and balance sheets
*Prepare weekly and monthly cash flow forecasts
*Liaise regularly with company leadership and external accountants
*Support month-end and year-end accounting processes
*Undertake additional finance and administrative duties as required
About You
*Previous experience in a bookkeeping position
*Strong working knowledge of Xero (essential)
*Experience preparing and submitting VAT returns
*Good understanding of sales and purchase ledger processes
*Experience supporting payroll administration
*Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
*Strong organisational and time management skills
*The ability to work independently and manage your own workload
*Confident communication skills and a proactive approach
What’s on Offer
*Flexible part-time hours (3 days per week, 09:00–15:00)
*Salary of £40,000 pro rata
*Opportunity to join a stable and supportive business
*Varied and autonomous role with responsibility across the finance function
If you are an experienced Bookkeeper looking for a flexible part-time opportunity and have strong Xero experience, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today through Reed.