Bookkeeper/PA

Location Catterick
Discipline: Accountancy & Finance
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000
Contact name: Nicola Walker

Contact email: nwalker@sirecruitment.com
Job ref: 23130
Published: 1 day ago

​Our client is a dynamic and fast-growing SME operating within the leisure industry. As they continue to expand, they are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Bookkeeper/PA to join their friendly team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the business, working closely with the company directors to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and financial management.

This role combines essential finance and office management responsibilities, making it ideal for someone who thrives in a varied position within a smaller business environment. You will be the go-to person for all things finance and administration, ensuring that both the books and the office run smoothly. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, highly organised, and comfortable with both numbers and people.

Key Responsibilities:

Finance & Bookkeeping Duties:

  • Maintain the Sales Ledger, including invoicing and Credit Control

  • Oversee the Purchase Ledger, ensuring timely supplier payments

  • Conduct Bank Reconciliations and monitor daily cash flow

  • Manage general bookkeeping duties using Sage 50

  • Prepare and submit VAT returns

  • Support with cash flow forecasting, budgeting, and profit & loss reporting

  • Handle month-end reporting processes and schedules

  • Prepare Management Accounts and liaise with external accountants

Payroll & HR Support:

  • Managing the payroll

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date staff records

  • Assist with basic HR administration, including holiday and absence tracking

PA to Directors:

  • Provide administrative and organisational support to two Directors

  • Answering incoming calls while other employees are on leave

  • Business research to assist Directors

  • Monitoring customer activity

  • Generating customer activity reports

  • Scheduling appointments and meetings

  • Managing calendars

Skills & Experience Required:

  • Previous experience in a similar Bookkeeper and/or PA role within an SME environment

  • Strong working knowledge of Sage 50 accounting software (essential)

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

  • Excellent organisational and multitasking skills

  • Confident communicator with a friendly, can-do attitude

  • Ability to work independently and take initiative

  • Prior experience handling confidential information with discretion

Working Hours & Flexibility:

  • The role can be tailored to suit the right candidate, with flexibility to work between 3-5 days per week

  • Hours can also be flexible within core business times, promoting work-life balance

What’s On Offer:

  • A varied and rewarding role in a growing company

  • Friendly and supportive working environment

  • Flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle

  • Competitive salary based on experience

For more information, please speak to Nicola at Si Recruitment.