Part-Time Senior Bookkeeper

Bournemouth - Dorset | £16-19 per hour (FTE £35,000-37,000) Approx.

A well-established and respected organisation in Central Bournemouth, Dorset is looking for an experienced Finance Accounts Professional / Senior Bookkeeper to join its friendly and supportive team.

This is a varied part-time finance and accounts role, ideal for an experienced bookkeeper or part-qualified accountant looking for approximately 25–28 hours per week across four or five weekdays. The role would fit perfectly into a school hours time table or someone looking for a part-time, flexible working role. The role is office based in Central Bournemouth.

The Part-time Accounts Job
  • Reporting into the wider management team, you will take responsibility for a range of finance and accounts duties, including:
  • Sales ledger, purchase ledger and general accounts administration
  • Processing invoices and cash transactions
  • Credit control and monitoring outstanding balances
  • Monthly payroll processing – desirable but not essential
  • Bank and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Gift Aid claims and levy repayments
  • Analysis of fundraising income
  • Monthly financial reporting for the Board
  • Supporting year-end accounts and financial reporting
  • Membership subscriptions and payment processing
  • Dealing with finance queries and general member enquiries
  • Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the smooth running of the finance function
About You
  • Previous experience in a finance, accounts administration or bookkeeping role
  • SAGE 50 Accounts experience – desirable
  • Strong Microsoft Excel skills
  • Good understanding of Trial Balance, Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss
  • Experience of sales ledger, purchase ledger, invoicing and reconciliations
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Highly organised and able to work independently
Desirable:
  • SAGE Payroll experience
  • Previous experience processing monthly payroll
  • Experience of Gift Aid, subscriptions, membership income or charity/fundraising accounts
  • AAT qualification or studying towards AAT, ACCA or CIMA
What's on Offer?
  • £16-19.00 per hour based on up to 28 hours
  • 25–28 hours per week - flexible
  • Four or Five weekdays offering excellent work-life balance
  • Annual leave entitlement plus additional paid leave in line with the organisation's annual holiday calendar
  • Finish at 1pm on a Friday
  • Free onsite parking
  • Friendly and supportive working environment
  • Varied and interesting finance role with genuine responsibility
  • This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Bookkeeper, Finance Assistant, Accounts Administrator, Finance Administrator or part-qualified Accountant who enjoys working in a friendly small-office environment and is looking for a part-time role in Bournemouth, Dorset
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