Senior Bookkeeper
12 days ago
Bedford
Senior Bookkeeper \n Bedfordshire / Hybrid Working Available Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum Full-Time, Permanent \n The Opportunity \n We are working with a well-established and growing accountancy practice looking to recruit an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to join their friendly and supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys managing a varied client portfolio while delivering exceptional customer service. \n The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting SME clients with their bookkeeping and management accounting requirements, whilst acting as a trusted advisor and mentor to junior team members. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Managing bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients across various sectors\n, • Performing bank reconciliations and maintaining accurate financial records\n, • Preparing and submitting VAT returns\n, • Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable processes\n, • Credit control and debtor management\n, • Posting journal entries and maintaining general ledgers\n, • Preparing balance sheet reconciliations and profit & loss reports\n, • Assisting with month-end processes and management accounts preparation\n, • Supporting clients with VAT and PAYE registrations\n, • Setting up and managing Making Tax Digital (MTD) compliance\n, • Processing payments via BACS and CHAPS\n, • Reviewing bookkeeping work completed internally or by outsourced teams\n, • Liaising directly with HMRC and clients regarding accounting matters\n, • Implementing and integrating cloud accounting software and associated applications\n, • Supporting, training and mentoring junior staff where required\n\n About You \n We are looking for someone who possesses: \n\n • AAT Level 3, AATQB, or equivalent accounting qualification\n, • Practice background ideal\n, • Strong bookkeeping and management accounting experience\n, • Excellent understanding of VAT regulations and compliance requirements\n, • Experience producing management accounts\n, • Strong attention to detail and analytical skills\n, • Excellent communication and client relationship management abilities\n, • Ability to prioritise workload and meet multiple deadlines\n, • Proactive, self-motivated and highly organised approach\n\n Benefits \n\n • Competitive salary up to £35,000\n, • Hybrid working opportunities\n, • Ongoing training and professional development\n, • Supportive and collaborative team environment\n, • Career progression opportunities within a growing practice\n, • Exposure to a diverse and interesting client base\n\n If you are an experienced Bookkeeper looking to join a forward-thinking accountancy practice where you can continue to develop your skills and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. \n