Bookkeeper

Job Description

Hiring: Bookkeeper

Salary: 25000 - 30000

Location: Crewe Cheshire Flexible Working Available

Join an Established Accountancy Practice as a Bookkeeper

Are you an experienced bookkeeper looking for a rewarding role with a reputable firm Our client a well-established chartered certified accountancy practice in Crewe with over 20 years of excellence is seeking a skilled Bookkeeper to join their professional team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple sectors utilising modern cloud accounting software in a supportive collaborative environment. With flexible working arrangements ongoing training and genuine career development opportunities this role offers stability and progression for the right candidate.

About the Role

As a Bookkeeper youll be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records for a varied client base processing transactions and preparing management information. Youll work closely with the accountancy team playing a vital role in ensuring clients financial records are up-to-date accurate and compliant.

This is a full-time position with flexible working arrangements available offering excellent work-life balance in a modern professional practice that values its team members and invests in their development.

Key Responsibilities

Bookkeeping & Transaction Processing

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date bookkeeping records for multiple clients across various sectors
• Process sales and purchase invoices receipts and payments
• Perform bank reconciliations and ensure all transactions are correctly recorded
• Reconcile control accounts including debtors creditors and VAT
• Process payroll journals and pension contributions
• Prepare and post month-end and year-end journals
• Maintain fixed asset registers and process depreciation calculations
• Ensure all bookkeeping work complies with accounting standards and client requirements

Cloud Accounting & Software Management

• Utilise cloud accounting platforms including Xero Sage QuickBooks and FreeAgent
• Set up new clients on cloud accounting systems
• Provide basic training and support to clients using cloud accounting software
• Maintain and update client records within practice management systems
• Embrace digital accounting solutions and new technologies
• Troubleshoot basic software queries and liaise with software support when needed

VAT & Compliance

• Prepare and submit VAT returns (quarterly and monthly) ensuring accuracy and compliance
• Maintain VAT records and reconcile VAT control accounts
• Advise clients on basic VAT queries and compliance matters
• Ensure Making Tax Digital (MTD) compliance for all relevant clients
• Assist with CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) returns where applicable

Management Information & Reporting

• Prepare management accounts and financial reports for clients
• Produce aged debtor and creditor reports
• Generate cashflow reports and financial summaries
• Provide clients with timely accurate financial information to support decision-making
• Identify and report any discrepancies or unusual transactions

Client Communication & Service

• Build strong professional relationships with clients
• Liaise with clients to request information and clarify transactions
• Respond to client queries promptly and professionally
• Provide excellent customer service that reflects the firms values
• Attend client meetings when required
• Explain financial information clearly to clients with varying levels of financial knowledge

Team Collaboration & Development

• Work collaboratively with accountants and other team members
• Support colleagues with bookkeeping queries and technical matters
• Participate in training and professional development opportunities
• Stay current with changes in bookkeeping practices software updates and legislation
• Contribute to team meetings and share knowledge across the practice

What Were Looking For

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• AAT qualified (Level 3 or 4) ICB qualified or equivalent bookkeeping qualification (or working towards completion)
• Minimum 3 years bookkeeping experience within an accountancy practice or similar professional environment
• Strong knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping principles
• Proven experience maintaining bookkeeping records for multiple clients
• Competent in preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Experience with bank reconciliations control account reconciliations and month-end processes
• Proficiency with accounting software (Xero Sage QuickBooks or similar)
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience with multiple cloud accounting platforms (Xero Sage QuickBooks FreeAgent)
• Understanding of Making Tax Digital (MTD) requirements
• Experience with CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) returns
• Exposure to different industry sectors and business types
• Experience preparing management accounts
• Knowledge of payroll processes

Key Skills & Attributes

• Excellent attention to detail with high levels of accuracy
• Strong organisational skills able to manage multiple client deadlines efficiently
• Effective communication skills both written and verbal
• Professional and client-focused approach
• Proactive and self-motivated with ability to work independently
• Team player with collaborative attitude
• Adaptable and flexible comfortable managing varied workload
• Problem-solving skills able to identify and resolve discrepancies
• Commitment to accuracy and compliance

Excellent Benefits Package

Our client offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package designed to support your career and wellbeing:

• Competitive salary: 24000 - 30000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)
• Flexible working: Hybrid/ Flexiable working arrangements available
• Study support: Support for professional qualifications including study leave and exam fees
• Career progression: Opportunities to develop into senior bookkeeping or accounts positions
• Professional development: Regular training on software updates legislation changes and best practices
• Supportive culture: Friendly collaborative team environment where your contribution is valued
• Social events: Regular team activities celebrations and charity events
• Pension scheme: Workplace pension contribution
• Annual leave: Generous holiday entitlement plus bank holidays
• Free parking: On-site parking available

About Our Client

Our client is a chartered certified accountancy practice based in Crewe with over 20 years of experience serving businesses and individuals across the UK. They provide a comprehensive range of services including accountancy audit taxation payroll bookkeeping and business advisory to a diverse client base.

Following a period of significant growth and expansion the firm is now recruiting across all departments to support their growing client portfolio and ambitious plans. This is an exciting time to join a practice that is investing in its team and infrastructure.

The firm prides itself on its friendly supportive culture and commitment to staff development. They invest in their team members providing training support and genuine career progression opportunities in a professional yet personable environment.

How to Apply

If youre an experienced bookkeeper looking for your next opportunity with an established supportive practice that offers flexibility and career development wed love to hear from you.

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