Accounting Technician

Additional Resources UK Limited; Stony Stratford; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional accountancy firm in Stony Stratford is seeking an experienced Accounting Technician / Bookkeeper to manage day-to-day bookkeeping duties. The role offers hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 from home) and a salary range of £35,000 - £40,000. Responsibilities include handling reconciliations, managing a portfolio of clients, and preparing VAT submissions. Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience and be skilled in cloud-based accounting software like Xero. Excellent progression opportunities available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working arrangement

Flexitime scheme

Company pension

Free on-site parking

Optional private medical cover

Health and wellbeing support programme

Sick pay

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Bonus scheme

Life assurance

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• 5+ years of bookkeeping experience in an accountancy practice.
• Confident in preparing VAT returns and knowledgeable of regulations.
• Exceptional accuracy in financial tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform reconciliations across all key balance sheet accounts.
• Manage purchase invoices, staff expenses and supplier payments.
• Handle credit control activities and prepare VAT submissions.
• Manage a portfolio of clients and assist with year-end accounts.
• Communicate effectively with clients and support junior team members.

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

Knowledge of VAT regulations

Cloud-based accounting software (Xero)

Client management

Attention to detail

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for an Accounting Technician / Bookkeeper to join a well‑established professional accountancy firm providing accounting, tax, and business advisory services to small and medium‑sized organisations. As an Accounting Technician / Bookkeeper, you will be overseeing day‑to‑day bookkeeping duties while supporting a diverse client base. This is a full‑time role offering hybrid working options (3 days in office, 2 days from home), a salary range of £35,000 - £40,000 and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Performing reconciliations across all key balance sheet accounts, including bank, VAT, credit cards, receivables, payables, payroll, CIS, intercompany and loans.
• Managing purchase invoices, staff expenses and supplier payments
• Handling credit control activities and preparing VAT submissions
• Managing your own portfolio of clients
• Assisting with system integrations and supporting the preparation of year‑end accounts
• Providing regular communication and assistance to clients
• Responding to client queries in a timely, professional manner
• Helping to guide and support junior team members

What we are looking for

• Previously worked as an Accounting Technician, Bookkeeper, Practice Accountant, Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Accounts Semi Senior, Semi Senior Accountant, Accounts Technician, Assistant Accountant or in a simple role.
• Proven bookkeeping experience of at least 5 years within a accountancy practice environment
• Confident preparing VAT returns with up‑to‑date knowledge of relevant regulations
• Comfortable managing multiple clients and meeting competing deadlines
• Skilled user of cloud‑based accounting software, particularly Xero
• Exceptional accuracy and a methodical approach to all financial tasks
• A personable manner and genuine enjoyment working directly with clients

What's on offer

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Flexitime scheme
• Company pension
• Free on‑site parking
• Access to optional private medical cover
• Health and wellbeing support programme
• Sick pay
• Enhanced maternity / paternity leave
• Bonus scheme
• Life assurance
• Opportunities for progression in a supportive environment
• Ongoing training and development

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected firm and take the next step in your career.

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