Bookkeeper

Location: Longbridge

Bookkeeper
 
Longbridge, Birmingham
Full-time, office-based

About the Role
 
We are looking for a highly organised, adaptable, and detail‑oriented Bookkeeper to join our clients friendly and fast‑paced team. This is a hands‑on role at the heart of their finance function.
 
You will be responsible for managing day‑to‑day financial transactions, ensuring accuracy across finance systems, and helping to improve the internal processes that keep the organisation running smoothly.
 
The role requires a high degree of responsibility and autonomy, and you'll be trusted to manage multiple priorities with precision and care.
 
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys collaboration, thrives in a mission‑driven environment, and wants to make a meaningful impact within the charity sector.

Key Responsibilities
Sales Ledger & Credit Control
 
Maintain a live sales ledger of approx. 1,000 accounts
Process and reconcile receipts (BACS, cheque, card payments); issue refunds
Prepare and send monthly customer statements
Proactively chase overdue debts (phone, email, letters)
Maintain aged debt reports and resolve payment issues
Liaise with Customer Services on finance‑related queries  Purchase Ledger & Expenses
 
Set up and verify supplier accounts
Process around 50 supplier invoices monthly, ensuring approvals and PO matching
Process internal and external expense claims
Manage bi‑monthly supplier payment runs and upload payments to the bank portal
Schedule recurring payments
Reconcile payments into Sage  Banking & Reconciliations
 
Reconcile and post approx. 650 monthly bank transactions
Process direct debits, standing orders, and refunds
Prepare cheques and ensure timely banking  Month-End & Year-End Support
 
Perform monthly ledger reconciliations and month‑end close
Upload CRM data and reconcile deferred income
Maintain accruals and credit card logs
Assist with audit preparation and liaise with external auditors  Grant & Project Reporting
 
Track grant income and maintain accurate records   
Person Specification
Essential
 
Bookkeeping/accountancy qualification (AAT or equivalent)
Strong working knowledge of Sage 50 (or similar accounting software)
Advanced Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables, lookups)
Experience using CRM systems integrated with finance platforms
Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail
Confident communication skills
Ability to work independently, manage workload, and meet deadlines
Strong sense of responsibility and confidentiality
Positive, adaptable, and solutions‑focused mindset
Comfortable managing multiple tasks in a busy environment  Desirable
 
Experience in a charity or not‑for‑profit organisation   
This is a full-time permanent position with a salary of £32,000 - £35,000p/a dependant on experience.

For more information on this position please contact Harriet Ali at Four Squared Recruitment