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Temporary Bookkeeper Duration: 4–6 weeks (Temporary Sickness Cover) Location: Wrexham – onsite – 3 days office based – Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and organised Bookkeeper to provide temporary cover during a period of sickness. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day financial operations of the company and several smaller entities within the Group, ensuring accurate financial records, timely payroll processing, and effective cash flow reporting. As well as supporting a couple of staff. This is a hands-on role requiring someone who can work independently, prioritise workloads, and maintain high levels of accuracy in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Bookkeeping – more on hand to support with any escalations from the team • Maintain accurate financial records for the company and associated smaller Group entities. • Process purchase and sales ledger transactions. • Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and balance sheet accounts. • Manage supplier payments and customer receipts. • Prepare journals, accruals, and prepayments where required. • Ensure accounting records are up to date and accurate. Payroll • Oversee the monthly payroll process. • Ensure payroll information is accurate and submitted within deadlines. • Maintain payroll records and resolve payroll queries where necessary. • Process pension contributions and statutory payments as required. Cash Flow Management • Maintain and update the Group cash flow forecast. • Incorporate actual cash movements into forecasting models. • Monitor daily cash positions across Group entities. • Highlight potential cash flow issues and variances. • Support short-term cash planning and reporting. Month-End Support • Assist with month-end close activities. • Prepare reconciliations and supporting schedules. • Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies. • Support management reporting by providing accurate financial information. General Finance Duties • Assist with ad hoc finance tasks as required. • Maintain organised financial records and documentation. • Support the wider finance team during the cover period. • Ensure compliance with internal financial controls and company policies. Skills & Experience Essential • Previous bookkeeping experience in a commercial environment. • Experience managing multiple companies or entities. • Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping. • Payroll experience. • Experience producing and maintaining cash flow forecasts. • Excellent Excel skills. • High level of accuracy and attention to detail. • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. • Strong organisational and time management skills. Desirable • Experience with accounting software such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks or similar. • AAT qualified or qualified by experience. • Experience supporting month-end processes. • Experience working within an SME or Group structure. Personal Attributes • Reliable and dependable. • Proactive and self-motivated. • Comfortable managing competing priorities. • Strong communication skills. • Professional and discreet when handling confidential financial information. Contract Details • Temporary contract for approximately 4–6 weeks to provide sickness cover. • Immediate start preferred. • Part time hours – Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday – based onsite – possibly a 4 day week, over month end. • Competitive hourly rate, depending on experience. Should this role be of interest and you would like further information, please do not hesitate to get in touch.