Bookkeeper (Part-time)

Location: Milton Keynes area Salary: £40,000 pro rata Hours: 3 days per week, 09:00–15:00 Reed are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established business for an experienced Part-Time Bookkeeper. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented finance professional looking for a flexible role with responsibility for the day-to-day bookkeeping and financial administration of the company. The successful candidate will have proven bookkeeping experience and be confident using Xero to manage financial records, reporting, and reconciliations. Key Responsibilities • Maintain accurate financial records and bookkeeping processes • Complete weekly and monthly bank reconciliations • Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns to HMRC • Manage sales ledger activities, including raising invoices, posting payments, and reporting on aged debtors • Process purchase ledger transactions and supplier payments • Prepare and maintain payroll information and pension contributions • Produce monthly Profit & Loss reports and balance sheets • Prepare weekly and monthly cash flow forecasts • Liaise regularly with company leadership and external accountants • Support month-end and year-end accounting processes • Undertake additional finance and administrative duties as required About You • Previous experience in a bookkeeping position • Strong working knowledge of Xero (essential) • Experience preparing and submitting VAT returns • Good understanding of sales and purchase ledger processes • Experience supporting payroll administration • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy • Strong organisational and time management skills • The ability to work independently and manage your own workload • Confident communication skills and a proactive approach What's on Offer • Flexible part-time hours (3 days per week, 09:00–15:00) • Salary of £40,000 pro rata • Opportunity to join a stable and supportive business • Varied and autonomous role with responsibility across the finance function If you are an experienced Bookkeeper looking for a flexible part-time opportunity and have strong Xero experience, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today through Reed.