Job Description

The Company

Roberts Transport (Sussex) Ltd is a family run road transport/distribution and warehousing company based in Littlehampton (West Sussex).

The company started out as an 'Owner Driver' operation in 2006 in a Sole Trader entity with one 44 tonne truck. Since then, the company has grown and now has a fleet of over 30 vehicles of various sizes.

The Company is a proud member of the Palletways Network and The Pallet Network. Additionally, the Company distributes temperature controlled goods for a number of large supermarkets and high street retailers (including McDonalds, Sainsburys and Aldi), offers customers storage and warehousing facilities and also has a range of rental vans available for private and commercial use.

Job Overview

We are seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing accounts payable, and ensuring that all financial transactions are recorded in compliance with relevant regulations. Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, or Xero is essential for this role.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

The following, whilst not an exhaustive list, are considered to be the key responsibilities of this role:

Sales Ledger

Prepare and issue sales invoices in an accurate and timely manner Monitor and chase outstanding payments in accordance with agreed credit control policies Maintain customer accounts, including setting up new accounts and updating existing details; credit checking new customers Reconciling customer balances as and when required Ensure all entries are accurately posted and in a timely manner

Purchase Ledger

Management of the purchase order system Process purchase invoices and ensure they are authorised in line with company procedures Suggest and then set up appropriate payments Maintain supplier accounts, including setting up new accounts and updating existing details. Manage supplier queries and resolve any payment issues Reconciliation of supplier accounts as and when required Ensure all entries are accurately posted and in a timely manner

Banking

Record daily transactions and manage banking processes, including deposits and payments Oversee invoice discounting facility Ensure bank accounts are regularly and accurately reconciled Update daily cashflow forecast and highlight concerns Ensure all entries are accurately posted and in a timely manner

Other points to note

Assist with filing, document management, and correspondence related to finance

Skills & Abilities

Essential

Ability to work in an organised and methodical manner in order to maintain efficient record keeping systems Excellent communication skills, strong numerical skills and good attention to detail Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word Ability to effectively organise own workload and meet tight deadlines, managing changing and conflicting demands Use your own initiative and work independently Ability to learn new software and processes as required

Desirable

Experience of Sage 50 and Xero

Previous Experience

Essential

Accounts bookkeeping work, incorporating sales and purchase ledgers and banking

Desirable

Working in a transport, logistics and/or storage environment

Working Conditions

Company is located on the outskirts of Littlehampton Office based but with some scope for work to be done from home Flexibility around working pattern and hours may be considered Flexibility to work outside regular business hours may be required during peak periods or for specific projects
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Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24 - 32 per week

Benefits:

Flexitime
Work Location: In person