Bookkeeper

Xpert Resourcing; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established firm of accountants in Bury St Edmunds is seeking an experienced accountant. Responsibilities include managing company accounts, preparing VAT returns, and producing monthly accounts. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in an accountancy firm and strong proficiency in accounting software like QuickBooks, Sage, and Xero, along with excellent organisational skills. The role offers 25 days of holiday, pension, and free parking.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Pension

Free parking

Dress down days

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role within practice.
• Strong knowledge of financial accounting principles and practices.
• Demonstrated experience in financial management, including budgeting and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Managing and maintaining companies accounts and relationships.
• Preparing VAT returns for submission.
• Produce monthly accounts where applicable.

Skills

Accounting practices understanding

Financial management

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage

Xero

Job description

Xpert Resourcing are working with a friendly, well established firm of Accountants who are looking to add to their talented team of accountants.

Role Overview

The ideal candidate will have previous experience of working in an Accountancy firm and understand accounting practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Managing and maintaining companies accounts and relationships.
• Preparing VAT returns for submission.
• Accounts preparation for clients.
• Produce monthly accounts where applicable.
• Assist with payroll duties.
• General Bookkeeping duties
• Utilise accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage and Xero for efficient financial management.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a similar role within practice.
• Strong knowledge of financial accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in using accounting software including Sage and Xero.
• Demonstrated experience in financial management, including budgeting and forecasting.
• Strong organisational skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Working Hours and Benefits

Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours

• 25 days holiday
• Pension
• Free parking
• Dress down days