Senior Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant - CIS & VAT

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant to join our client, a business specialising in heating, electrical and renewable energy solutions for domestic and commercial customers.

As a Senior Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant, you will be responsible for day-to-day bookkeeping, CIS and VAT administration, financial reconciliations and preparing management reports.

You will also maintain accurate financial records and provide financial information to support the Directors.

This role is based in Gloucester, offering a salary of £30,000-£35,500 per annum, plus benefits.

The candidates with previous experience in construction accounting, particularly with retentions, applications for payment or reverse charge VAT, will be prioritised first.

Key Responsibilities

? Maintain accurate bookkeeping records and process sales and purchase invoices, expenses and bank transactions.
? Administer CIS, including subcontractor verification, deductions and monthly returns.
? Apply relevant VAT rules and prepare VAT returns through Making Tax Digital.
? Record and monitor retentions, applications for payment, valuations and stage payments.
? Reconcile CIS deductions and process payroll journals.
? Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts, Profit & Loss reports and cash flow summaries.
? Provide financial information and reports to support the Directors.
? Maintain organised financial records for year-end accounts preparation.
? Carry out other duties as required.


What We Are Looking For

? Previous experience in a bookkeeping or accounts role.
? Experience with CIS administration.
? Experience in construction accounting, including retentions, applications for payment or reverse charge VAT, is highly desirable.
? Experience preparing VAT returns and maintaining accurate financial records.
? Experience preparing management accounts, Profit & Loss reports or other financial reports.
? Familiarity with accounting soft