Senior Bookkeeper / Senior Finance Administrator / A...

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 Essential skills and experience: * 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