Bookkeeper

Location

Castle Donington

Working Arrangement

On-site (Office-based)

Package

Competitive salary package, company pension scheme, generous annual leave, and ongoing development opportunities

Role Overview

As a Bookkeeper, you will play a vital role in providing accurate, timely, and professional bookkeeping support to a varied portfolio of clients. You will take full ownership of your allocated client accounts, maintaining financial records, processing transactions, and preparing VAT and CIS returns with a high degree of precision. Working closely with both clients and internal teams, you will contribute to strong client relationships and operational efficiency within a dynamic and fast-growing accountancy environment.

Bookkeeper Job Responsibilities

• Process financial data accurately using Xero, Dext, and supporting cloud systems.
• Complete comprehensive bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Maintain sales and purchase ledgers for an allocated portfolio of clients.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and CIS returns accurately and within statutory deadlines.
• Support the preparation of management accounts and essential financial reporting information.
• Build and maintain professional relationships, responding to client queries in a timely and helpful manner.
• Ensure all financial records are maintained in full accordance with company standards and regulatory compliance.

Bookkeeper Job Requirements

• Proven experience using Xero and modern cloud accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail, numerical proficiency, and analytical skills.
• Experience working within an accountancy practice environment is highly desirable.
• AAT qualification or actively working towards qualification.
• Solid knowledge of VAT return preparation and experience preparing CIS returns.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines effectively.
• Strong communication and customer service skills, with good Microsoft Office proficiency, particularly in Excel.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Highly competitive package commensurate with experience.
• Annual Leave: Generous holiday entitlement plus statutory bank holidays.
• Pension: Company pension scheme enrolment.
• Wellbeing & Support: Employee wellbeing initiatives and a supportive, collaborative working culture.
• Career Growth: Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression within a rapidly expanding business.

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