Bookkeeper

MCS Group; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

MCS Group seeks a full-time Bookkeeper for a growing Chartered Accountancy firm in Belfast. The role involves supporting SME clients with bookkeeping tasks, including preparing VAT returns and maintaining records. Candidates should have solid bookkeeping experience, with knowledge of Xero and QuickBooks preferred. The position also offers hybrid working and generous benefits, including study support for professional qualifications.

Benefits

Pension - auto-enrolment scheme

Hybrid working

20 days annual leave + 11 bank holidays

Additional 3 discretionary days at Christmas

Health cashback plan

Parking available at manager level

Study support for professional qualifications

Professional membership fees fully covered

Annual pay reviews each November

Qualifications

• Practice experience preferred, candidates from industry with management accounts considered.
• Solid bookkeeping experience is required.
• Experience using Xero and QuickBooks preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support a range of SME clients in bookkeeping tasks.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Perform bank reconciliations and maintain records up to trial balance.

Skills

Solid bookkeeping experience

Experience with Xero

Experience with QuickBooks

Job description

Bookkeeper - Belfast

MCS Group is delighted to be partnering with an established and growing Practice located in Belfast, looking to recruit for a Bookkeeper on a full time, permanent basis.

The Company:

Our client is a forward-thinking Chartered Accountancy firm driven by energy, expertise, and a commitment to helping businesses succeed. Their focus is on delivering clear, practical advice across taxation, business growth, property, and corporate finance. They work with clients of all sizes and industries, providing tailored solutions that support growth, improve efficiency, and deliver real results.

Job Duties of the Bookkeeper include:

• Bookkeeper role supporting a range of SME clients
• Prepare and submit VAT returns
• Perform bank reconciliations and process sales invoices
• Maintain records up to trial balance stage
• Assist with payroll processing (mainly for holiday cover)
• Attend occasional client site visits
• Experience using Xero, QuickBooks, and some Sage

What you need to be the Bookkeeper

• Practice experience preferred, but candidates from industry with management accounts and bookkeeping background will be considered
• Experience with Xero and QuickBooks is preferred
• Solid bookkeeping experience is preference

What's in it for you?

• Pension - auto-enrolment scheme
• Hybrid working

• Holidays - 20 days annual leave + 11 bank holidays

• Additional 3 discretionary days at Christmas
• Health cashback plan - covers routine expenses like dentist, optician, etc.
• Parking - available at manager level
• Study support for professional qualifications
• Professional membership fees fully covered
• Annual pay reviews each November

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Brad Dempster, Specialist Recruitment Consultant at MCS group on 02896935506 or [e-mail]

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