Bookkeeper - Part Time - Bristol, United Kingdom - Plexus Freight

Description

Plexus Freight has been operating out of the Southwest since 1995 and has a long-standing reputation within the logistics industry.

The business is experiencing an extended period of growth as a result of our continued business success and development of key operations.

This appointment would continue our long-term vision to make Plexus Freight the UK's leading freight forwarding company through unrivalled customer service and a company culture that cannot be matched.

We offer very high standards of service to our clients, which has allowed us to build relationships, some of them lasting more than 20 years.

We are committed to continuing to build a company ethos internally that inspires our staff, allowing them to meet their goals along the way whilst providing the best possible output to our customers.

At Plexus Freight we offer a complete logistics package to our customers including Road, Sea, Multi-Modal and express freight services with a specific focus on client relationships.

Reporting to the directors, the role available will be for a part time bookkeeper/credit controller, to assist the business with the day-to-day running of the monetary operations whilst upholding strict financial control methods.

Training will be offered for the role however previous knowledge of Xero is essential also a key element is excellent attention to detail, accurate data processing and having relevant experience to support a fast-paced growing business.

The role is office based in Portishead, North Somerset and will be office based for two days a week, the role in time may well increase to a full-time position depending on the companies growth.

The job will be varied but will focus on managing the day-to-day finance of the business, this includes, matching supplier invoices, uploading supplier invoices to Xero, dealing with invoice queries, managing credit limits, credit control, filing, and generally supporting the Account Managers with ad hoc duties for all finance matters.

A competitive salary of between £21,000 to £23,000 pro rata for two days a week, dependent upon experience, is available and the chance to join a friendly and sociable team.

• Dealing with Client accounts / invoice queries

• Sending Statements, making calls and sending letters for any overdue payments
• Monitoring aged debt and taking appropriate action
• Allocating payments
• Bank Reconciliation
• Processing of Sales Receipts
• Processing Purchase Invoices
• Dealing with Purchase Ledger queries & maintenance
• Producing Creditors List for monthly payment schedule
• Liaising with Operations Director regarding monthly budget of hours/payroll/Client queries
• Liaising with Accountants

• Previous experience is essential
• Knowledge of Xero, Excel is essential
• To be able to work independently
• To have a good phone manner
• A team player and have previous experience of working with others and solving everyday issues
• A professional and friendly attitude
• The ability to prioritise workload and to meet deadlines
• Ability to manage a varied workload and have a cando attitude to work

• Competitive salary of between £21,000 to £23,000 pro rata (2 days a week), dependent upon experience
• 16 hours a week Days to be picked from Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday
• Free Parking
• Full training offered
• Marina office location in plush serviced offices
• Company pension
• 22 days holiday per year plus bank holidays
• Joining a team within a stable and secure business operating since 1995

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• Onsite parking
• Sick pay
• Wellness programme
• Work from home

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

• Performance bonus

• BRISTOL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

• Accounting: 1 year (preferred)