Bookkeeper

Reed; Melksham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Core hours 10am-3pm

25 days annual leave

Christmas closure

Pension

Laptop provided

Job summary

Reed in Melksham is recruiting a diligent Bookkeeper to join a growing, digitally focused accountancy practice. You will maintain accurate financial records for a diverse client portfolio, handling monthly bookkeeping, VAT returns, reconciliations and journals while ensuring timeliness and compliance.

The role offers hybrid working with core hours and a supportive team environment, ideal for detail-oriented professionals seeking varied client exposure in the South of England.

Qualifications

• AAT Level 2 qualification or equivalent by experience.
• Familiarity with Xero or similar cloud accounting software.
• Organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Process monthly bookkeeping for clients across a range of industries.
• Manage sales and purchase invoice processing.
• Complete bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Prepare and post journals including payroll, depreciation, accruals and prepayments.
• Produce VAT returns for review and submission.
• Liaise with clients and colleagues to ensure information is accurate and deadlines are met.
• Support client onboarding and contribute to a high standard of client service.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure work is completed in a timely manner.

Skills

Xero

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Education

AAT Level 2

Job description

Bookkeeper

Melksham £30,000 - £32,000 Hybrid Working

Join a growing and digitally focused accountancy practice supporting a varied portfolio of clients across a range of sectors.

Our client is a growing and ambitious accountancy practice with a strong reputation for providing high-quality advice and support to businesses and individuals across the South of England. As part of a wider group of established practices, they offer the opportunities and resources of a larger organisation while maintaining the friendly, collaborative culture and personal approach of a local firm.

Due to continued growth and an increasing client workload, they are looking to appoint a bookkeeper to join their established team in Melksham.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented bookkeeping professional who enjoys working closely with clients, managing multiple priorities and being part of a modern accountancy practice.

The Role

As a bookkeeper, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate and timely financial records for a portfolio of clients across a variety of industries. You will play a key role in ensuring financial information is complete, compliant and readily available to support wider accounting processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Process monthly bookkeeping for clients across a range of industries.
• Manage sales and purchase invoice processing.
• Complete bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Prepare and post journals including payroll, depreciation, accruals and prepayments.
• Produce VAT returns for review and submission.
• Liaise with clients and colleagues to ensure information is accurate and deadlines are met.
• Support client onboarding and contribute to a high standard of client service.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure work is completed in a timely manner.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• AAT Level 2 qualified (or equivalent by experience).
• Familiarity with Xero or similar cloud accounting software.
• An organised and systematic approach with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Salary & Benefits

• £30,000 - £32,000 salary
• Hybrid working
• Flexible working with core hours of 10am - 3pm
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional Christmas closure
• Workplace pension scheme
• Business laptop provided
• Friendly and supportive team environment