Bookkeeper

LGS Vision Recruitment; Essex; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday + BH

3 days in office & 2 days remote

Career progression

Job summary

LGS Vision Recruitment is seeking a reliable Bookkeeper to manage the bookkeeping needs of multiple clients in a hybrid role in Essex. You will handle day-to-day transactions and ensure records are accurate and compliant with current regulations.

You’ll work with Sage, Xero, QuickBooks and Dext, prepare VAT returns, assist in management accounts and support clients with software queries, while maintaining confidentiality and collaborating with the accounting team.

Qualifications

• Proven bookkeeping experience, preferably in an accountancy practice.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping practices and procedures.
• Ability to manage multiple clients and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Manage bookkeeping for multiple clients
• Record day-to-day financial transactions and complete the posting process
• Reconcile sales, purchases, and bank accounts
• Maintain and update fixed asset registers
• Prepare and submit VAT returns
• Assist in the preparation of management accounts
• Communicate with clients to gather necessary financial information
• Support clients with software-related queries
• Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Always maintain client confidentiality and data integrity

Skills

Client management

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Proactive attitude

Tools

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Dext

Job description

In this role, you will be responsible for managing the bookkeeping needs of multiple clients, working across a range of software including Sage, Xero, QuickBooks & Dext. Your expertise will be essential in providing accurate and timely financial information to our clients, ensuring their accounts are up to date and compliant with current regulations.

What You'll Be Doing

• Manage bookkeeping for multiple clients
• Record day-to-day financial transactions and complete the posting process
• Reconcile sales, purchases, and bank accounts
• Maintain and update fixed asset registers
• Prepare and submit VAT returns
• Assist in the preparation of management accounts
• Communicate with clients to gather necessary financial information
• Support clients with software-related queries
• Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Always maintain client confidentiality and data integrity

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Bookkeeper, preferably in an accountancy practice setting
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping practices and procedures
• Ability to manage multiple clients and prioritise tasks effectively
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive, flexible attitude with a willingness to help with both bookkeeping and administrative tasks

Package:

• £26,000 - £38,000 DOE
• 25 days holiday + BH
• 3 days in office & 2 days remote working
• Career progression