Bookkeeper

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Dudley; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Free parking behind office

Pension scheme

Friendly, close-knit team

Job summary

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD is seeking an experienced bookkeeper for a practice-based role in the Birmingham area. The role focuses on VAT returns and day-to-day bookkeeping using Xero, Sage and QuickBooks, with hybrid working options and a supportive team environment.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in practice, an AAT Level 3/4, and strong organisational and communication skills. The position emphasizes a dedicated bookkeeping focus rather than accounts preparation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of accountancy practice experience.
• AAT Level 3 or 4 qualification preferred.
• Hands-on experience with Xero, Sage and QuickBooks is mandatory.
• Strong VAT knowledge and submissions.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of VAT returns for a growing client portfolio.
• Perform day-to-day bookkeeping duties for clients.
• Help move clients to cloud-based software.
• Liaise with clients to resolve bookkeeping queries and collect records.
• Collaborate with the team to meet all deadlines.

Skills

VAT returns

Bookkeeping

Client communication

Education

AAT Level 3/4

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

Job description

Bookkeeper Position

Package: Around £30,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Working Hours: Full-time, Hybrid (1 day from home)

Location: Birmingham area (free parking available)

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced, practice-based Bookkeeper to join a highly successful, rapidly expanding family‑run accountancy practice. The firm has recently experienced an exceptional surge in client growth and is now looking for a dedicated bookkeeping professional to take ownership of VAT returns and day‑to‑day bookkeeping. This critical hire will play a key role in streamlining operations, allowing the wider accounting team to focus on accounts preparation. This is a dedicated, pure bookkeeping position, ideal for an organised professional who loves the client bookkeeping cycle and is looking to make the role their own.

Practice Bookkeeper Job Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of and manage VAT returns for a diverse and growing portfolio of clients.
• Perform high‑quality, day‑to‑day bookkeeping duties for clients.
• Utilise Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks to maintain accurate financial records.
• Directly manage physical paperwork brought in by clients and actively support efforts to transition them onto cloud‑based software.
• Liaise directly with clients to resolve bookkeeping queries and collect outstanding records.
• Collaborate closely with the wider team to ensure all deadlines are met efficiently.

Practice Bookkeeper Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of accountancy practice experience is essential.
• AAT Level 3 or Level 4 qualification is highly preferred.
• Hands‑on, proficient software experience with Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks is mandatory (practical competency will be discussed at interview).
• Strong technical understanding of VAT return preparation and submissions.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with a friendly and professional manner.
• Comfortable working primarily from the office to manage physical client paperwork, though reasonable flexibility can be discussed.
• Must be comfortable in a pure bookkeeping position (this role does not transition or develop into accounts preparation).

Practice Bookkeeper Salary & Benefits

• Salary around £30,000 (dependent on experience).
• Standard workplace pension scheme.
• Standard holiday allowance.
• Free public parking directly behind the office building.
• A friendly, supportive, and close‑knit family‑run team environment (currently numbering around 16 staff).
• A touch of flexibility with working arrangements.