Experienced Bookkeeper (UK Practice Background)
Full-time
Mid
Description
We are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper minimum three years’ experience, with ideally prior experience working in a UK accountancy firm. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records for multiple clients and supporting the wider accounting team in delivering high-quality services.
Key Responsibilities
• Maintain accurate bookkeeping records for a portfolio client
• Process sales and purchase ledgers, bank reconciliations, and journals
• Prepare and submit VAT returns (including standard, flat rate, and MTD-compliant returns)
• Manage payroll processing and CIS (if possible, however not compulsory)
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts
• Assist with year-end accounts preparation and liaise with accountants as required
• Use cloud-based accounting software such as Xero, Sage, or QuickBooks
• Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards and HMRC requirements
• Respond to client queries in a professional and timely manner
Required Skills & Experience
• Proven experience as a Bookkeeper within a UK accountancy practice
• Strong knowledge of UK VAT rules and HMRC regulations
• Experience with accounting software (Xero, Sage, QuickBooks preferred)
• Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organisational and communication skills
Desirable Qualifications
• AAT qualified or ACCA part-qualified (or equivalent experience)
• Experience with Making Tax Digital (MTD)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Key Responsibilities
• Maintain accurate bookkeeping records for a portfolio client
• Process sales and purchase ledgers, bank reconciliations, and journals
• Prepare and submit VAT returns (including standard, flat rate, and MTD-compliant returns)
• Manage payroll processing and CIS (if possible, however not compulsory)
• Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts
• Assist with year-end accounts preparation and liaise with accountants as required
• Use cloud-based accounting software such as Xero, Sage, or QuickBooks
• Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards and HMRC requirements
• Respond to client queries in a professional and timely manner
Required Skills & Experience
• Proven experience as a Bookkeeper within a UK accountancy practice
• Strong knowledge of UK VAT rules and HMRC regulations
• Experience with accounting software (Xero, Sage, QuickBooks preferred)
• Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organisational and communication skills
Desirable Qualifications
• AAT qualified or ACCA part-qualified (or equivalent experience)
• Experience with Making Tax Digital (MTD)
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person