Bookkeeper - Part Time

We are an independent group of pharmacies, looking for a part-time Bookkeeper to work in our head office for 20 hours per week. The successful candidate will have bookkeeping/accounting experience, ideally in a stand-alone role. The role is based primarily in Colchester however, the role will require occasional travel across Essex, Suffolk, and Oxfordshire.

Duties will include:

• Issue invoices


• Process invoices received


• Using Xero software to complete daily reconciliations


• Responsible for credit control - ensure invoices issued are paid on time


• Preparation and submission of VAT returns


• Produce financial reports for the company directors on a monthly basis


• Produce various reports/analysis when required by directors


• Respond to finance queries over the telephone and via email


• General day-to-day accounts and filing/admin duties
  
  Basic accounting skills


• Working knowledge of Xero and Excel


• Excellent communication skills


• Analytical mind with strong attention to detail


• Self-motivator who can work well independently and within a team


• Proactive approach to improve the efficiency of processes implemented


• Implement new processes within the finance function


• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with colleagues and suppliers


• Bookkeeping/accounting experience gained within the pharmacy sector would be an advantage


Job Type: Part-time,
• Accounting: 1 year (preferred)


• bookkeeping: 1 year (preferred)