Senior Bookkeeper / Senior Finance Administrator / Accountant
Hybrid working pattern – Gloucester – ideally 4 days onsite & 1 day WFH


Are you a highly organised, processdriven finance professional ready to take ownership of a business’s bookkeeping and transactional finance? My client is an innovative construction scale-up on an exciting growth trajectory, and they’re looking for a Senior Bookkeeper to help shape and strengthen their finance function.
This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys improving workflows and controls, and wants real influence in a growing business.


What You’ll Do
Working closely with the Head of Commercial and Project Accountants, you’ll ensure that all financial data is accurate, timely, and well-controlled across operational and project-based activities. Key responsibilities include:


Core Finance & Bookkeeping
*Maintain accurate accounts, including sales and purchase ledgers, bank reconciliations, and the general ledger
*Manage supplier invoices from receipt to payment
*Prepare VAT returns and ensure correct treatment
*Support month-end processes, including accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations


Cashflow & Payments
*Prepare and manage supplier payment runs
*Monitor short-term cashflow and assist with forecasting
*Maintain control over aged creditors and resolve supplier queries


Process & Controls Improvement
*Implement and enforce procure-to-pay processes with clear approvals and audit trails
*Improve invoice accuracy, financial workflows, and reporting
*Support finance automation and digital efficiency initiatives
*Document and embed best practice finance procedures


Systems & Reporting
*Own and maintain Xero (or equivalent cloud accounting system) integrity
*Collaborate with Project Accountants to capture accurate project costs
*Support management reporting and audit-ready record keeping


Team & Business Support
*Act as the key finance contact for non-finance colleagues
*Potentially support or supervise a Finance Administrator as the team grows
*Provide a dependable and trusted finance presence across the business


What We’re Looking For


Essential:
*Xero or equivalent cloud accounting software
*Proven experience as a Senior Bookkeeper or similar in an SME environment
*Strong understanding of UK accounting practices and VAT
*Highly organised, with great attention to detail and time-management skills
*Confident working independently and taking ownership


Desirable:
*AAT qualified or qualified by experience
*Experience in construction, engineering, utilities, or project-based industries
*Track record of improving finance processes in growing organisations
*Exposure to project accounting or cost tracking


If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real impact, streamline finance processes, and grow alongside an ambitious construction scale-up, we’d love to hear from you.