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Senior Bookkeeper

Job in Greater London, London, Greater London, EC1A, England, UK
Listing for: GPN Recruitment
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-13
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Bookkeeper/ Accounting Clerk, Senior Accountant
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Greater London

GPN are delighted to be partnering with a well-established, multi-partner accountancy practice based in Central London
, as they look to appoint a Senior Bookkeeper to take ownership of a varied client portfolio and play a key role within their growing accounts function.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice bookkeeper who enjoys autonomy, client interaction and end-to-end responsibility across bookkeeping, VAT and management information.

Please apply now and learn more about the role below:

About the Role

Working closely with Partners and Managers, you will take responsibility for a portfolio of circa 30 clients
, delivering high-quality bookkeeping and management accounting support.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Full bookkeeping for a varied SME and owner-managed business client base
  • Preparation of monthly and quarterly management accounts
  • VAT return preparation and submissions (including reconciliations)
  • Bank, balance sheet and control account reconciliations
  • Maintaining accurate ledgers and supporting year-end accounts preparation
  • Acting as a key point of contact for clients, handling queries and providing day-to-day support
  • Working across Xero, Quick Books and Sage
    , tailoring solutions to client needs
  • Supporting process improvements and best-practice bookkeeping within the firm

This is a hands-on, ownership-driven role with genuine visibility across the practice.

About You
  • An experienced Bookkeeper within an accountancy practice
  • Confident managing your own portfolio with minimal supervision
  • Strong across bookkeeping, VAT and management accounts
  • Comfortable liaising directly with clients and building long-term relationships
  • Exposure to Xero, Quick Books and Sage
  • Highly organised, detail-focused and commercially aware
  • Qualifications (AAT / CIMA or similar) are welcomed but not essential - practical experience and attitude are key.
Reward
  • Join a high-quality Central London practice with multiple Partners and a strong reputation
  • Interesting, varied client base with real exposure beyond routine bookkeeping
  • Genuine ownership of your role and client relationships
  • Supportive, collaborative working environment
  • Broad, varied position with scope to grow alongside the firm
  • Central London location with excellent transport links
What to Do Now

If you're a practice-trained Senior Bookkeeper looking for a stable, trusted role with autonomy and variety
, we'd love to hear from you.

Please apply now or contact GPN for a confidential discussion.

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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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