Bookkeeper

Location Northallerton
Discipline: Public Practice
Job type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive Salary depending on experience
Contact name: Laura Olsen

Contact email: laura@sirecruitment.com
Job ref: 230967
Published: 1 day ago

​We're Hiring: Bookkeeper – Northallerton

Are you a detail-driven Bookkeeper with a passion for supporting businesses and delivering outstanding client service?

We’re looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to join a dynamic team based in Northallerton. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a client-focused role and enjoys working across a varied portfolio of businesses.

________________________________________

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform on-site bookkeeping at client premises (as required).

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with a diverse client base.

• Implement Xero and associated apps for clients to streamline operations.

• Prepare accurate management information and financial reports.

• Reconcile balance sheet and profit & loss accounts.

• Post journals for payroll, prepayments, accruals, and fixed assets.

• Complete bank reconciliations and manage supplier payments.

• Oversee accounts payable and receivable, including credit card and expense transactions.

• Support credit control and cashflow management.

• Proactively assist clients in improving their financial processes.

________________________________________

What We’re Looking For:

• Fully qualified AAT or equivalent experience (“qualified by experience”).

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar bookkeeping role.

• Proficient in Xero (essential).

• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with a range of accounting apps.

• Exceptional attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.

• Full UK driving licence required.

• Positive, professional attitude with a willingness to learn and develop.

________________________________________

Work Model:

• Office-based, with some on-site client work.

________________________________________

Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

• Additional leave entitlement based on seniority

• Option to buy up to 5 extra days of holiday (up to 30 total)

• Business closure over Christmas*

• Company pension scheme

• Life assurance (4x salary)

• Enhanced family leave and sick pay

• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

• Access to a corporate discounts platform

• Flexible benefits (based on role/seniority), including:

o Private medical insurance

o Critical illness cover

o Health cash plan

o Cycle to work scheme

o Dental and eye care support