Bookkeeper

SI Recruitment Limited; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Professional development

Collaborative environment

Job summary

SI Recruitment Limited is seeking a Bookkeeper for a busy accountancy practice in Cramlington. You will manage client bookkeeping for a varied portfolio, including small businesses, sole traders and partnerships.

Key duties include bank reconciliations, VAT returns and payroll support, plus production of management accounts and assisting with year-end work. Flexible full-time/part-time roles are available in a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Previous bookkeeping experience in an accountancy practice is essential.
• Strong understanding of UK accounting principles, VAT, and payroll.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, or similar.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple client accounts and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills for client and team interactions.
• Proactive and willing to develop technical accounting expertise further.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate client bookkeeping records, including purchases, sales, receipts, and payments.
• Reconcile bank statements, credit cards, and other financial accounts.
• Prepare VAT returns and assist with payroll as required.
• Produce management accounts and support senior accountants with year-end accounts.
• Liaise with clients to resolve queries and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards and regulations.
• Assist in improving bookkeeping processes and maintaining client records.

Skills

Bookkeeping

UK GAAP

VAT

Payroll

Multi-client handling

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Bookkeeper - Accountancy Practice, Cramlington

Location: Cramlington, UK

Job Type: Full-time / Part-time

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

We are looking for a Bookkeeper to join a busy accountancy practice in Cramlington. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with bookkeeping experience in an accountancy environment to work with a variety of clients, including small businesses, sole traders, and partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate client bookkeeping records, including purchases, sales, receipts, and payments.
• Reconcile bank statements, credit cards, and other financial accounts.
• Prepare VAT returns and assist with payroll as required.
• Produce management accounts and support senior accountants with year-end accounts.
• Liaise with clients to resolve queries and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards and regulations.
• Assist in improving bookkeeping processes and maintaining client records.

Skills and Experience

• Previous bookkeeping experience in an accountancy practice is essential.
• Strong understanding of UK accounting principles, VAT, and payroll.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, or similar.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple client accounts and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills for client and team interactions.
• Proactive and willing to develop technical accounting expertise further.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Flexible working options.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Supportive, collaborative working environment.li>
• This role is perfect for a dedicated bookkeeping professional seeking to grow their career within an accountancy practice while working with a varied client portfolio.