Bookkeeping Manager

Senior Bookkeeping
Practice-Based Function Ownership Xero-Focused
Salary: £28k-£33k

Join a well-established accountancy practice as Bookkeeping Manager, taking full ownership of the bookkeeping function across a growing, multi-client portfolio.

This is a senior, autonomous role, reporting directly to the Managing Director, with responsibility for ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely bookkeeping across the firm. You'll shape processes, drive efficiency, and be the go-to person for VAT, CIS, and bookkeeping matters

The role

• Oversee bookkeeping across a portfolio of clients (primarily Xero, with some Quick Books)
• Act as the main point of contact for bookkeeping, VAT, and CIS queries
• Prepare and review VAT and CIS returns
• Manage, support, and develop a small bookkeeping team
• Ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery
• Assist with month-end and year-end processes
• Identify and implement process improvements

This is an office-based role, with flexibility available once established.

What they're looking for

• Minimum 2 years' bookkeeping experience (practice or multi-client environment preferred)
• Strong working knowledge of Xero (Quick Books beneficial)
• Experience with VAT and CIS
• High attention to detail with strong organisational skills
• Confident communicator with clients and internal stakeholders

Desirable (not essential)

• AAT Level 3+ or qualified by experience
• Previous experience mentoring or supervising others

Additional details

• People-first culture with genuine investment in development
• Study support (financial + time during the working day)
• Annual salary reviews and bonus scheme
• Generous holiday allowance
• Access to a commercial gym
• Birthday day off
• BUPA Employee Assistance Programme
• Pension, sick pay, and strong community initiatives
• Regular company events and a collaborative working environment

This role suits an experienced bookkeeper looking to step into ownership, leadership, and long-term progression, rather than remain purely transactional.