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Senior Bookkeeper
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ 32,000 - 36,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Brighton, Brighton and Hove
Expire in: a month
Job Description
We are working with a fantastic client of ours based in Sussex who are looking or an experienced Bookkeeper.
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours / 5 days per week, Mon to Fri. 09.00 – 17.30 with lunch taken 13.00 – 14.00. We may consider alternative work patterns. Due to current resource levels this will need to be a minimum of 30 hours / 4 days per week.
Job description:
* Bookkeeping duties for a range of clients including direct communication and effective relationship management.
* Using a variety of software including Xero, Quickbooks, FlickThru, IRIS and Outlook.
* Preparing and filing VAT returns, personal tax returns, partnership tax returns and companies’ tax returns, ensuring MTD compliance where applicable.
* Assisting with digital migration or training in cloud accounting software for clients.
* Maintaining proper accounting standards, recording all communication with clients on the appropriate systems within the firm.
* Reconciling purchase ledgers, bank accounts, and balance sheet control accounts.
Skills requred:
* 3-5 relevant bookkeeping experience in a UK accountancy practice.
* Previous experience of managing direct reports is essential.
* AAT Qualified (or part-qualified) or equivalent professional credentials preferred.
* Proficient with cloud accounting platforms such as Xero or QuickBooks.
* Excellent attention to detail, highly organised, and consistently able to meet deadlines.
* Strong Excel skills are essential – pivot tables and data analysis may be required.
* The ability to confidently build relationships with both clients and internal teams.
* Previous experience of training clients on online accountancy software would be advantageous.
* Effective verbal and written communication skills required for client interaction, team coordination, and reporting.
* Well organised with the ability to work accurately under pressure and manage work deadlines.
* High level of integrity and ethical approach to work.
* Assisting the leadership team with managing junior bookkeepers and their workload.
* Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.
Benefits:
* Auto Enrolment pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free flu jabs Non-contractual Birthday Leave
* Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay Generous
* social events
* Holiday 25 days + recognised bank & public holidaysBefore You Apply
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