Your new company
A growing charity are seeking a temporary Bookkeeper to be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing day-to-day transactions, and supporting the production of financial reports. Working closely with the Finance Manager and wider team, you will play a vital role in ensuring strong financial controls and compliance with charity and accounting regulations.

Your new role

• Maintain the charity’s financial records.
• Process purchase invoices, supplier payments, and staff expenses.
• Manage sales invoices, income recording, and credit control.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and control accounts.
• Process and reconcile payroll journals.
• Assist with monthly management accounts and financial reporting.
• Support budget monitoring and grant income/expenditure tracking.
• Maintain accurate records for restricted and unrestricted funds.
• Assist with year-end accounts preparation and external audits.
• Ensure compliance with Charity Commission requirements and internal financial policies.
• Support continuous improvement of financial processes and systems.

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous bookkeeping experience, ideally within a charity, not-for-profit, or SME environment.
• Strong knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping principles.
• Experience using accounting software such as Xero, Sage, or QuickBooks.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

What you'll get in return
Flexible working options available.
Hybrid working
Initially a 4 month assignment with the potential for a 6 month extension.

What you need to do now
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