Senior Bookkeeper

Location: Stony Stratford

Senior Bookkeeper

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 + per year based on experience

About the company - My client is a growing, independent accountancy practice based in Stony Stratford, Milton Keynes. They pride themselves on delivering tailored accountancy and advisory services, building strong client relationships, and fostering a supportive, collaborative team culture. As they continue to expand, we are looking for a proactive Senior Bookkeeper to join our friendly team.

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced 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 9am-5 pm, Monday to Friday, with a mix of hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days from home).

Senior Bookkeeper

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

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.

What We Offer

Salary commensurate with experience

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

Flexitime scheme

Life insurance

Company pension

Free parking

Access to self-funded private medical insurance

Health and Wellbeing Programme

Sick pay

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Bonus scheme

Supportive, collaborative team environment where your contribution is valued

Real opportunities for progression and career advancement

Training provided

How to Apply:

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