Bookkeeper

CMA Recruitment Group; Fareham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic accountancy firm in Fareham is seeking a skilled Bookkeeper to join their supportive team. As a Bookkeeper, you will manage day-to-day bookkeeping tasks across a variety of clients, utilizing leading cloud accounting platforms like Xero and QuickBooks. The role requires proven bookkeeping experience, strong knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping, and high organizational skills. The firm offers a friendly culture with clear pathways for professional growth and the chance to enhance your expertise with a diverse client base.

Benefits

Friendly team culture

Professional development opportunities

Clear pathways for progression

Qualifications

• Proven bookkeeping experience in an accountancy or finance practice.
• Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping principles.
• Confident in preparing and submitting VAT returns.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping across a varied client base.
• Process purchase and sales invoices accurately.
• Prepare and submit timely VAT returns.

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

Cloud accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage)

VAT return preparation

Time-management skills

Effective communication

Education

AAT qualification or working towards

Job description

Join a dynamic and growing accountancy practice dedicated to providing personal, proactive support to owner-managed businesses and SMEs. Based in Fareham, our client prides itself on fostering long-term client relationships and delivering tailored financial solutions. As the firm expands, they invite a skilled Bookkeeper to become a key player within their supportive and collaborative team.

What will the Bookkeeper role involve?

• Managing day-to-day bookkeeping across a varied client base, using leading cloud accounting platforms such as Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage
• Processing purchase and sales invoices accurately and efficiently
• Performing bank and credit card reconciliations to ensure data integrity
• Preparing and submitting timely VAT returns in compliance with regulations
• Assisting with payroll tasks where applicable, supporting wider finance functions
• Acting as a main point of contact for bookkeeping clients, managing communications professionally
• Supporting accountants with accounts preparation to meet deadlines
• Maintaining accurate and compliant financial records that underpin business success

Suitable Candidate for the Bookkeeper vacancy:

• Proven bookkeeping experience, ideally within an accountancy or finance practice environment
• Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping principles with meticulous attention to detail
• Hands-on experience with cloud accounting software like Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage
• Confident in preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Highly organised with excellent time-management skills to handle multiple deadlines
• Effective communicator who builds strong client relationships and manages expectations
• AAT qualified or actively working towards qualification is desirable
• Payroll processing experience and ability to multitask across clients considered a plus

Additional benefits and information for the role of Bookkeeper:

• Friendly, supportive team culture that values professional development
• Opportunity to work with a broad and varied client base, enhancing your expertise
• Clear pathways for progression within a growing and ambitious firm

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If you re ready to advance your bookkeeping career with a firm that values accuracy, client service, and professional growth, apply today to join this forward-thinking team.