Bookkeeper job description

Job brief

We are seeking a detail-focused, analytically-minded Bookkeeper to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong math skills and a proven background in a bookkeeping role. The key focus of the role will be to assist the business with keeping track of the money it earns and spends as well as producing statements and other documents as required.

Responsibilities

• Keep tabs on the expenditure of the business.
• Keep track of the earnings of the business.
• Produce financial statements as required.
• Prepare accounts for review on a monthly, quarterly, or annual basis.
• Accurately document daily financial transactions.
• Ensure the company's accounts are compliant with applicable regulations. Prepare expenditure/budget reports as required.
• Ensure that all spending is always in line with the company's goals.
• Provide information to other team members such as accountants, auditors, or forensic accounts investigators.
• Keep records well filed and in good order.
• Keep the computer system up to date with relevant information.
• Share required information with executives and other accounts personnel such as payroll.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or above in math, science, business, or related field, or equivalent working experience
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience within a bookkeeping role
• Strong knowledge of regulatory guidelines
• Excellent attention to detail
• Demonstrated analytical skills
• Great math skills
• Adept with using computer programs such as Excel, Outlook, or other software as required
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Highly organized and able to work under pressure to specific deadlines