Part-time Bookkeeper

Our client is a small but passionate charity offering affordable services to the Somerset community. They are looking for a diligent and detail-oriented Part-time Bookkeeper to manage the financial operations. The ideal candidate will have experience using Sage 50 and a passion for working with non-profit organisations.

Key Responsibilities:
· Create new client records and maintain session payment information.
· Maintain accurate financial records using Sage accounting software.
· Record day-to-day financial transactions and complete the posting process.
· Reconcile payments, donations, grants, and other income streams.
· Manage finance email inbox and liaise with Counsellors and Clients as required for credits or record adjustments.
· Chase late payments and manage the organisations debt management process.
· Prepare source data from the Client Management System through data reports in Excel (strong Excel skills required).
· Assist with payroll processing and expense management.
· Ensure compliance with charity-specific accounting regulations.
· Work closely with the charitys external Accountants and internal leadership team to support budgeting and financial planning.
· Facilitate upgrades or migration to new accounting software.

Part-time Bookkeeper:
· Proven experience as a bookkeeper (3 years), ideally within a non-profit or Charity.
· Proficiency in accounting software such as Sage 50 (1 year), Sage One & Xero.
· Strong IT skills – Excel skills essential.
· Strong understanding of charity financial regulations and reporting requirements would be beneficial.
· Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
· Ability to work within a team and independently and manage time effectively.

Part-time Bookkeeper; Monday – Friday, approximately 15 hours per week, Office Based, in Taunton.
Salary: c. GBP14 per hour, depending on experience.