Part Time Bookkeeper

Position Overview: We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented individual to join a company in Dudley as a Part Time Bookkeeper.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Company Secretary Responsibilities:
* Keep comprehensive records of all Board meetings.
* Prepare and distribute meeting agendas and accurate minutes to Board members.
* Handle complaints regarding the Chief Officer/Chief Executive on behalf of the Board.
Finance Responsibilities:
* Establish and oversee financial procedures to ensure compliance and efficiency.
* Prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial reports as required.
* Manage banking, invoicing, and credit control processes.
* Ensure timely and accurate payment of invoices.
* Reconcile bank accounts and monitor petty cash expenditure.
* Maintain oversight of charity and social enterprise cashflow.
* Liaise on school contracts and oversee invoicing/payment processes.
* Maintain bookkeeping up to trial balance level and liaise with accountant for annual accounts.
* Manage PAYE payroll and payments to freelancers.
Personnel Responsibilities:
* Ensure correct payroll entry for all personnel.
* Calculate salaries against project budgets/contracts.
* Issue payslips and statutory documents (e.g., P45, P60).
* Ensure compliance with HMRC payments and pension scheme enrollment.
Funding & Business Development:
* Liaise with Chief Officer/Chief Executive to identify funding needs.
* Source necessary quotations and prepare budgets for bids.
* Prepare budgets, cashflow forecasts, and contracts for new business ventures.
Essential Requirements:
* Qualifications: ideally AAT Level 2
* Proficiency in QuickBooks and experience with charitable accounts.
Non-essential, but Useful Skills:
* Knowledge of services for young people.
* Experience working in the charitable sector.
* Strong team collaboration skills