Accounting Technician

TN United Kingdom; Keswick; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established accountancy practice in Keswick is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Technician. This role offers the chance to work in a professional environment, handling financial transactions and providing excellent client service. Flexible working hours and a comprehensive benefits package are included.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Performance-based bonus

Holiday Package

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Prior experience in accounting or bookkeeping required.
• Strong communication and customer service skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Record financial transactions and maintain accurate ledgers.
• Handle accounts payable/receivable and bank deposits.
• Prepare VAT returns and financial statements.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Organization

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Education

Prior experience in accounting or bookkeeping

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

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About the Client

Our client is a well-established, multi-award-winning accountancy practice with a longstanding reputation for excellence. This family-run firm, with a consistent senior leadership team for over 25 years, is known for delivering high-quality financial services across Cumbria and Lancashire. They are now seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Technician to join their team on a full-time or part-time basis.

Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about numbers and dedicated to excellent client service to develop their career in a professional and friendly environment.

Responsibilities

1. Record financial transactions and maintain accurate ledgers.
2. Handle accounts payable/receivable and bank deposits.
3. Code invoices using Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage.
4. Prepare VAT returns, income & expenditure statements, P&L, and balance sheets.
5. Maintain petty cash and historical records.
6. Provide clerical and administrative support to the finance team.
7. Ensure accuracy and timeliness in all accounting tasks.

Qualifications and Skills

• Prior experience in accounting or bookkeeping.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in Xero, Sage, or QuickBooks.
• Excellent organization, time management, and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

Position Details

Accounting Technician

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum, based on experience.
• Flexible working hours: 37.5 hours per week, typically from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm (flexible for school runs, etc.). 100% office-based role.
• Overtime paid at the standard rate.
• Performance-based bonus: up to 17% of salary, paid every 6 months.
• Holiday Package: 20 days + 8 bank holidays.
• Holiday Buy-In scheme (unlimited) via salary sacrifice.
• Opportunities for progression.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including pension, health coverage, and other perks.

About the Recruitment Agency

Bennett and Game Recruitment is a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex, operating across the UK with specialist teams covering various industries.

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