Bookkeeper
Bramley Care
Shaftesbury, Dorset
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Full-time
£32,500 per annum
Job description
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Bramley Care operates a group of three high-end private care homes and a home care agency in Dorset & Wiltshire. With a rich history and commitment to providing personal care and accommodation for older people, Bramley Care stands as a testament to quality care and service. Our care homes - The Old Rectory, Bramley House, and Millbrook House - are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and dedicated staff. Additionally, our home care agency, Bramley Home Care, boasts a fleet of 23 cars, ensuring prompt and efficient service.
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Position Overview:
We are looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to join our team and manage the financial records of our group of companies. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organised, and have a deep understanding of bookkeeping principles.
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Key Responsibilities:
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Maintain and update financial records for all four companies in the Bramley Care Group.
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Ensure timely and accurate data entry into our Sage 50 accounting system.
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Reconcile bank statements, invoices, and payments on a regular basis.
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Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports from sage for management purposes.
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Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.
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Coordinate with the Directors to provide support in the preparation of budgets and financial forecasts.
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Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and standards.
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Liaise with the company’s accountants and provide all necessary documentation.
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Offer insights and recommendations for financial optimisation.
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Continuously update and improve bookkeeping practices to enhance efficiency.
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Minimum Qualifications:
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Qualified to at least AAT level 4 with current membership.
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A minimum of 3 years recent experience in a similar position.
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Proven experience managing the accounting function for a group of companies.
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Familiarity with accounting software and tools specifically Sage 50.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
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Ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretion.
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Desirable Qualifications:
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Experience in the healthcare or care home industry.
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Knowledge of tax regulations specific to the care sector.
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Familiarity with payroll processing for a group of companies, (our payroll is outsourced).
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Benefits:
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Competitive salary and benefits package.
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Opportunity to work with a dedicated and passionate team.
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Continuous professional development opportunities.
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Staff discounts and perks.
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