Bookkeeper

Xeinadin Group; Holmfirth; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in Holmfirth is seeking a skilled Bookkeeper to maintain accurate financial records for a diverse range of clients. You'll manage daily bookkeeping tasks, prepare financial statements, and ensure tax compliance. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of bookkeeping experience and proficiency in Xero. This role offers a hybrid working model and a comprehensive benefits package, including a pension scheme and generous leave entitlements.

Benefits

Company Pension Scheme

25 days of annual leave + bank holidays

Life Assurance x4 annual salary

Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support

Flexible Benefits platform

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of bookkeeping experience, ideally in an accountancy practice.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily bookkeeping tasks for clients.
• Prepare financial statements, including income and expenditure.
• Process VAT returns and ensure tax compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

AAT qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

Xero

Dext

Job description

Overview

Xeinadin was established in 2019 when a number of leading business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It''s our people who drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 2500 colleagues operate collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential.

We are looking for a skilled Bookkeeper to join our team. This role involves maintaining accurate financial records for a range of clients and providing reliable bookkeeping services. You will work closely with clients to ensure smooth and efficient financial operations, while supporting the wider team in meeting business goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily bookkeeping tasks for clients, mainly in the office but sometimes on-site.
• Build strong client relationships and offer trusted advice.
• Implement and maintain accounting software systems, such as Xero.
• Prepare accurate financial statements, including income and expenditure.
• Reconcile balance sheets and P&L accounts.
• Process payments, invoices, income, and receipts accurately.
• Assist with the preparation of management accounts and reports.
• Process VAT returns and ensure tax compliance.
• Handle accounts payable, accounts receivable, and credit control.
• Support ad hoc financial and administrative tasks.

Key Requirements

• AAT qualification or equivalent experience.
• 2-3 years of bookkeeping experience, ideally in an accountancy practice.
• Proficiency with Xero and other accounting technologies, knowledge of Dext would be an advantage.

Additional Requirements

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Proactive approach to technology and process improvement.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Model

Hybrid

Salary

Competitive

Benefits

• Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
• Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority
• Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum
• Business closure over Christmas*
• Life Assurance x4 annual salary
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support, free and confidential
• Corporate Discounts Platform
• Flexible Benefits platform with ability to opt-in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self-funded at corporate rates) such as:
• PMI single or family
• Critical Illness Cover
• Cash plan
• Cycle to work
• Eye care
• Dental