Job Description

About Us

VWJ Earthmoving is a growing, family-run earthmoving business based in Crewe, supplying muck away, aggregates, and topsoil across Cheshire, Deeside, and Staffordshire.

We are a

small, hands-on business

and are looking for a

reliable, experienced Bookkeeper & Office Administrator

to take ownership of the day-to-day accounts and support the Director with the smooth running of the office.

This is a key role, ideal for someone who enjoys

variety, responsibility, and being the go-to person

in a small business environment.

The Role

This position combines

bookkeeping/accountancy duties

with

general office and administrative support

.

This role is suited to someone who enjoys a hands-on position in a small business and is happy to get involved in all aspects of office life.

You will be working closely with the Director in a small office (no large team to manage), and the role requires someone who is organised, proactive, and comfortable working independently.

Key ResponsibilitiesAccounts & Finance

Day-to-day bookkeeping (sales ledger, purchase ledger, bank reconciliations) Preparing and issuing customer invoices Credit control and chasing outstanding payments Processing supplier invoices and payments Preparing VAT returns Supporting payroll preparation (timesheets, hours, deductions) Liaising with external accountants for year-end information

Office & Administration

Day-to-day running of the office Handling calls, emails, and customer or supplier queries Maintaining job records, filing systems, and compliance documentation Ordering office supplies, parts, and consumables Supporting general admin tasks as required Assisting with driver-related admin and operational paperwork

Director Support

Providing direct administrative support to the Director Helping organise workloads, schedules, and information Taking initiative to improve systems and processes Being a trusted, reliable point of support within the business

Skills & Experience RequiredEssential

Proven experience in

bookkeeping / accounts

Confident using accounting software (Sage preferred) Strong attention to detail and accuracy Well organised and able to manage multiple tasks Comfortable working independently in a small business Good communication skills and a practical, can-do attitude Competent with Excel, Word, and email

Desirable

Experience in construction, waste, transport, plant hire, or similar industries Experience supporting a business owner or director Experience working in a small or family-run business

What We Offer

Stable, long-term role in a growing local business Real responsibility and autonomy Opportunity to shape and improve office systems 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays) Company pension On-site parking Friendly, supportive working environment

Hours:

Monday-Friday, 9am-5:30pm (40 hours/week)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Work Location: In person