Bookkeeper

Protalent; Lewes; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded accountancy firm in Brighton is seeking a Bookkeeper to manage bookkeeping tasks for various clients. The ideal candidate will be AAT qualified or part qualified, possess strong VAT knowledge, and have experience with accounting software such as Xero, Sage, and Quickbooks. This position offers flexibility for both full-time and part-time applicants.

Qualifications

• Background in client bookkeeping within an accountancy practice or bookkeeping bureau.
• Minimum AAT qualification or being part qualified.
• Good knowledge of VAT and accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Handle bookkeeping duties for a wide range of clients.
• Prepare VAT Returns.
• Manage payroll journals and support clients with queries.

Skills

Bookkeeping

VAT knowledge

Xero

Sage

Quickbooks

Excel (intermediate/advanced)

Education

AAT qualified/part qualified

Job description

Overview

ProTalent are currently working with a successful, established accountancy practice with offices in central London and Brighton, looking to recruit a new Bookkeeper for their Brighton office.

The firm

• Well known and well-respected accountancy firm
• Impressive and prestigious clients
• Offer a full range of accounting and business advisory services
• Forward thinking and embrace technology

The role

• Bookkeeping duties for a wide range of clients
• VAT Returns
• Working with multiple platforms such as Xero, Sage and Quickbooks
• Supporting clients with bookkeeping and software queries
• Payroll journals
• Remote working considered
• Open to Full and Part time applicants

The candidate

• Background in client bookkeeping within an accountancy practice or bookkeeping bureau
• AAT qualified/part qualified
• Intermediate/advanced Excel, Xero
• Extensive knowledge of VAT (desirable)
• Trustworthy & discreet.