We’re working with a growing SME to recruit a Senior Bookkeeper / Finance Manager on a temporary basis, with a strong potential to become permanent. This is a standalone finance role, reporting directly into the CFO and working closely with an external accountant who supports the month-end close.
This role would suit someone hands-on, confident owning the day-to-day finance function, and comfortable operating in a small business environment.
Key Responsibilities:*Full ownership of transactional finance activities
*Posting and processing purchase and sales invoices
*Bank, balance sheet and control account reconciliations
*Managing the debtor ledger and credit control
*Supporting month-end close, including accruals, prepayments and reconciliations
*Liaising with the external accountant to support month-end and reporting
*Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring data integrity within Xero
*Supporting the CFO with ad-hoc finance tasks and process improvements
Skills & Experience Required:*Proven experience as a Senior Bookkeeper or Finance Manager within an SME environment
*Strong transactional accounting background with solid reconciliation experience
*Confident supporting month-end processes (even if not owning final sign-off)
*Experience managing sales ledger / debtors
*Strong working knowledge of Xero is essential
*Comfortable working independently in a standalone finance role
*Proactive, organised and able to hit the ground running
The Opportunity:*Immediate start temp role with the potential to go permanent
*High-visibility role reporting directly to the CFO
*Broad, end-to-end exposure across the finance function
*Ideal for someone who enjoys autonomy and ownership in an SME setting