Part-time Bookkeeper (c.25 hrs pw)

Part-Time Bookkeeper (16-20 hours pw)
Livingston, onsite | Up to £43,000 (pro rata), DOE

Eden Scott Accountancy & Finance Division is delighted to be supporting a highly successful engineering firm based in Livingston with the appointment of a part-time Bookkeeper. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business operating within Scotland’s advanced manufacturing and technology sector.

The Company
Our client is a specialist engineering organisation with a strong reputation for innovation & technical expertise, where the business continues to expand its global presence from its Livingston headquarters.

The Role
This part-time position (16–20 hours per week) will support the finance function onsite, offering flexibility around working pattern. The successful candidate will take ownership of day-to-day transactional finance, payroll and month-end processes, working as part of a small and collaborative team. The role suits someone who is organised, accurate and comfortable working independently.

Key Responsibilities

• Purchase ledger processing, including invoice entry, supplier reconciliations and payment runs
• Sales ledger management, including raising invoices, allocating receipts and overseeing accounts receivable
• Monthly UK payroll processing for approximately 30 employees
• Preparation and submission of VAT returns
• Posting journals and supporting the month-end close process
• Maintaining balance sheet reconciliations
• Updating and managing the fixed asset register
• Ensuring accurate financial record-keeping and adherence to internal controls
• Providing general support to the Finance Manager and contributing to process improvements
• Applying double-entry bookkeeping knowledge where required

Candidate Profile

• Highly organised, methodical and able to manage workload independently
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience in bookkeeping, payroll and transactional finance
• Background within an SME or manufacturing environment is beneficial
• Strong communication skills and proficiency with accounting software and Excel
• Sage experience advantageous

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £43,000 pro rata, depending on experience
• Private health insurance
• Annual bonus scheme
• Flexible part-time hours
• Opportunity to join a respected and growing engineering business

If this sounds like something you'd be interested in hearing more about, please submit your CV to Emma O'Connor at Eden Scott.