Accounting Technician

Position: Accounting Technician (Permanent)
Location: Stony Stratford

Accounting Technician / Senior Bookkeeper

My client is an independent, expanding accountancy practice based in Milton Keynes, specialising in accountancy, taxation, and business advisory services for small and medium-sized businesses. They pride themselves on delivering exceptional service and building strong, personal client relationships. With over 30 dedicated team members, they provide genuine opportunities for career progression and development. As they continue to expand, they are looking for a proactive Accounting Technician/Senior Bookkeeper to join their friendly team.

The Opportunity - Accounting Technician/Senior Bookkeeper

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Accounting Technician / Senior Bookkeeper to manage a varied portfolio of clients, play a key role in our team, and help develop junior staff. The successful applicant will typically be required to work 9 am-5 pm, Monday to Friday, with a mix of hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days from home).

Key Responsibilities

Balance sheet reconciliations, including bank, VAT, credit card, receivables, payables, payroll, CIS, intercompany, loans, and any other balance sheet items

Processing of bills and expenses

Supplier payments

Credit control

VAT preparation

Facilitating software integrations

Supporting year-end accounts preparation

Daily communications with clients

Dealing with any other client requests

Reviewing work for the team

Managing a varied portfolio of clients

Maintaining customer relationships

Helping to develop and train junior members of the team

Skills & Experience Required

Bookkeeping 5+years (essential):
Significant hands-on experience in bookkeeping, ideally gained within a professional accountancy environment, including managing bookkeeping duties, including journal entries and account reconciliations through to trial balance preparation.

Strong VAT knowledge:
Confident in preparing and reviewing VAT returns, with a solid understanding of current VAT regulations and best practice.

Previous experience in practice:
Demonstrated background working within an accountancy practice, managing multiple client accounts and deadlines.

Knowledge of Xero, Sage & Quick Books: proficiency in using Xero is required to maintain accurate records and streamline bookkeeping processes.

Experience with Sage and Quick Books would be a bonus.

Great attention to detail:
Meticulous and thorough in all aspects of bookkeeping, ensuring accuracy and compliance at every stage.

Enjoyment from dealing with clients:
Friendly and approachable, with a genuine enthusiasm for building strong client relationships and delivering excellent service.

Ability to think outside the box when it comes to client challenges:
Creative and resourceful in finding solutions to client queries and adapting to new situations.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal:
Able to explain financial information clearly to clients and colleagues and maintain effective communication at all times.

Candidate Profile Qualifications

AAT Level 4 - desirable.

Experience:

Bookkeeping in practice: 5 years (required)

What We Offer

Salary commensurate with experience

Hybrid working: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home

Flexitime scheme

Company pension

Free parking

Access to self-funded private medical insurance

Health Assured Programme and sick pay

Enhanced maternity leave

Bonus scheme

Supportive, collaborative team environment where your contribution is valued

Real opportunities for progression and career advancement

Training provided

Benefits:

Company pension

Enhanced maternity leave

Enhanced paternity leave

Free parking

Health & Wellbeing Programme

Life insurance

On-site parking

Sick pay

Work from home

How to Apply:

Shortlisted applicants will be screened and interviewed by video initially, with in-person interviews to follow for successful candidates. We are looking to recruit as soon as possible