Job Description

Permanent Senior Bookkeeper (20 hours per week)

32,000 per annum pro rated

Silcock Dawson & Partners Ltd is a well established building services engineering consultancy with around 30 staff and an annual turnover above 3M. We provide a range of design, advisory and other consultancy services across the property and construction industry. We are looking to recruit an experienced and self-motivated Senior Bookkeeper for a permanent role at our office in Princes Risborough, Buckinghamshire, where you will work within our small, friendly finance team and report to the Managing Director. Working hours are expected to be 20 per week with some flexibility around the weekly work pattern. The job is office based, but 1 day per week could be worked from home, if required. Benefits include contributory pension scheme, health cash plan, generous holiday entitlement and free parking.

Key Job Responsibilities include:

Responsibility for monthly payroll including liaison with external payroll provider. All aspects of accounts payable including checking and coding invoices; supplier payments, reconciliations, payments planning and monitoring of supplier contracts. Processing of staff expenses. Quarterly VAT submissions. Managing the company bank activities. Maintaining accurate and timely accounting information on Sage 50 and on our project costing system. Support the directors and finance team on a wide range of ad hoc bookkeeping and office administration duties.

Required Skills:

Minimum of 5 years bookkeeping experience and familiarity with payroll processes are essential. AAT or equivalent qualifications are required. Excellent organisation skills, numerical accuracy and attention to detail. Strong IT skills are essential. Knowledge of Sage 50 would be an advantage. Job will also include various system administrator duties. Flexible team player with positive attitude towards supporting all aspects of a small company. Ability to work autonomously and prioritise workload. Effective communication skills, both written and oral.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Life insurance On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Can you easily commute to Princes Risborough each day?
Experience:

bookkeeping: 5 years (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 03/06/2025