Bookkeeper

MPJ Recruitment; Chatterton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

25 days holiday + bank holidays

3% employer pension contributions

Christmas vouchers

All equipment provided

Job summary

MPJ Recruitment in Bury (Holcombe Brook) is seeking a motivated Bookkeeper for a hybrid role. You will manage a portfolio of Northwest clients, handling bookkeeping and management accounting with autonomy and accuracy.

You’ll work with Sage or Xero, perform VAT returns, reconciliations, and multi-currency tasks, supported by a thorough handover and client-specific training in a fast-paced environment. The role offers a competitive salary (£27k-£31k DOE), 25 days holiday + bank holidays, 3%

Qualifications

• AAT-qualified bookkeeper with solid numeracy and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple client portfolios.
• Experience handling bookkeeping tasks and financial processes for varied clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase and sales ledgers for client portfolios.
• Enter invoices and process orders using Sage or Xero.
• Perform bank reconciliations and VAT returns; ensure HMRC deadlines.

Skills

Communication skills

Independence

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Sage

Xero

Job description

Bookkeeper - Hybrid - Bury (Holcombe Brook)

Salary: £27,000 - £31,000 (DOE) Hybrid: 4 days office/client site, 1 day WFH (after probation) Excellent team culture Strong development environment Varied client portfolio

MPJ Recruitment are delighted to be supporting a rapidly growing and forward‑thinking accountancy practice in North Manchester as they expand their bookkeeping team. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated, detail‑driven Bookkeeper who enjoys autonomy, variety, and building strong client relationships.

You’ll manage your own portfolio of medium‑sized business clients across the Northwest, ensuring their bookkeeping and management accounting needs are delivered to a high standard. Although the role is fast‑paced, you’ll receive a full handover and client‑specific training to help you settle in quickly.

What's on Offer

• Salary £27,000 - £30,000, depending on experience
• Hybrid working: 4 days office/client site, 1 day WFH after probation
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (33 total)
• 3% employer pension contribution
• Christmas gift vouchers
• Supportive, friendly team environment
• All equipment provided, including laptop
• A role with genuine autonomy and variety

Key Responsibilities

• Managing purchase and sales ledgers
• Raising and entering invoices in Sage or Xero
• Processing sales and purchase orders
• Completing bank reconciliations
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Ensuring compliance with strict HMRC deadlines
• Working with multiple currencies, bank accounts, departments, and CIS (beneficial)
• Producing accounts to trial balance (beneficial)
• General day‑to‑day accounts and office duties, including maintaining accurate records and timely data entry

Skills & Experience Required

• AAT qualified
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar bookkeeping role
• Strong communication skills
• Confident working both in the office and off‑site at client premises
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload

Who This Role Suits

Someone who enjoys:

• A varied workload
• Meeting new people
• Working with independence
• Being part of a supportive, growing team

If you're an experienced Bookkeeper looking for a role with variety, autonomy, and a genuinely positive working culture, we'd love to hear from you.