Job Description

Location:

Clear View Optician, 169 Burton Road, Lincoln, LN1 3LW

Hours:

1 day per week (flexible)

Contract:

Part-time

About Us

Clear View Optician is a friendly, professional, and community-focused practice dedicated to delivering high-quality eye care. We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support the financial and administrative side of our business.

Role Overview

The Part-Time Bookkeeper will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting key day-to-day accounting tasks. This position is ideal for someone organised, proactive, and confident working independently. This role involves weekly on-site visits to collect necessary documentation

Key Responsibilities

Maintain and update financial records using xero and ensure compliance with accounting standards. Process invoices, payments, and receipts. Manage and reconcile NHS payments and proactively chase outstanding and overdue invoices via email / telephone. Bank account reconciliations. Prepare and manage supplier payments. Monitor petty cash and expense claims. Run monthly payroll, handle PAYE, pension enrolment, and calculations with Xero and online submissions. Prepare simple monthly financial summaries for management. Assist in budget preparation and financial planning. Ensure all financial data is accurate, organised, and confidential. Assist with month-end and year-end financial closing activities. Calculate VAT returns with Xero and handle online submissions alongside chartered accountants.

Requirements

Previous bookkeeping experience, ideally within a small business or healthcare setting Excel with accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, Sage) Excellent attention to detail Strong organisational and time-management skills Ability to work independently Knowledge of VAT processes essential, in particular knowledge of partial exemption within the optometric / healthcare setting.

What We Offer

Flexible choice of working day Competitive hourly rate Supportive and welcoming team environment

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a brief cover letter

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 14.00-20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8 per week

Benefits:

Flexitime
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lincoln LN1 3LW