Bookkeeper

Cameron James; North East; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Cameron James is seeking a Bookkeeper in Darlington to join a leading independent firm in the North East. The role focuses on VAT returns, bank reconciliation and assisting with accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.

You will keep accurate records, liaise with clients, and handle queries while working under your own initiative within a supportive team. This is a hands-on role offering exposure to year-end processes and client service, with a salary between £30,000 and

Qualifications

• Experience in bookkeeping within a UK Practice setting is preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with clients.
• Familiar with VAT schemes and basic year-end considerations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, check and submit VAT returns.
• Reconcile bank accounts.
• Assist with the preparation of accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Keep accurate records and respond to client queries.
• Liaise with clients when appropriate.
• Support with financial queries and year-end tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Initiative

VAT understanding

UK Practice experience

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Accounting software knowledge

Job description

Role: Bookkeeper

Location: Darlington

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000

Our client, a leading independent firm in the North East, is seeking to appoint a Bookkeeper to its existing team.

The duties for the Bookkeeper:

• prepare, check and submit VAT returns
• reconcile bank accounts
• assist with the preparation of accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
• keep accurate records
• assist with queries
• liaise when appropriate with clients

Experience for the Bookkeeper:

• ideally AAT qualified
• experience of bookkeeping within a UK Practice setting
• strong knowledge of Accounting software
• strong communication skills
• able to work under own initiative
• familiar with VAT schemes