I am not a bookkeeper but I have to write a job description for ne of our staff who looks after our books.
Does anyone know where I can find a bookkeepers job description.
Any help would be appreciated - the company is a builders merchnats , so we have cash sales and invocied customers and we buy in goods (only from the UK).
If you do find a Bookkeepers job description please let me know as i am baffled by what a Bookkeeping role entails. I have caused many a playful argument asking this question. Sorry for the lack of help.
Its a profile description of a bookkeeper from the Financial Services Skills Council, and gives typical responsibilities, plus a list of basic competancies required.
As a sensible suggestion, if you are employing a book-keeper, it might be worth getting one with payroll ability, as you can then yank it back in house and save yourself the agancy cost.
Im just working on bookkeeper job description for our website it might help you ?
General Purpose (This is a brief summary of the primary job purpose) Perform a wide range of administrative accounting support.
Main Job Tasks and Responsibilities (Main Job Tasks: are usually defined as a sequence of activities or functions. Responsibilities: are the expected results or outcomes associated with the job).
Entering transactions using accounting software. Paying the monthly salaries and related Inland Revenue and pension payments. Preparing and posting monthly journal. Reconciling nominal ledger accounts. Reconciliation of bank accounts Processing the monthly BACS payments and maintaining records of authorisation Maintaining the purchase ledger Entering suppliers invoices on the accounting system and ensuring they are properly authorised, Preparing cheques, arranging signature and dispatch Paying staff, expenses ensuring they are properly authorised Banking of all cheques and cash. Preparing invoices Controlling outstanding invoices and ensuring prompt payment. Processing monthly petty cash Checking direct debit payments Filing of accounting documentation Maintaining all financial records and data accurately within systems Liaise with external agents as required
Education and Experience (Education and Experience: this includes the required qualifications, necessary knowledge and practical experience to perform the job).
At least two years work experience in Bookkeeping. Good knowledge of computer-based accounting systems. Excellent numeracy and financial skills. Good general computer literacy, especially Word and Excel. Attention to detail and accuracy. Methodical approach. Ability to maintain accurate data systems. Ability to work to tight deadlines. Ability to work as part of a team.
Key Competencies (Key Competencies this is the competencies skills and abilities that the employee must have to successfully perform the l job tasks and responsibilities).
Organisational and planning Prioritising Data management Attention to detail and accuracy Problem-solving Adaptability Team work Communication skills
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