Bookkeeper

TN United Kingdom; Penrith; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Accounts Manager to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio of clients while thriving in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong bookkeeping skills, particularly in Xero and Sage, and will be committed to delivering exceptional service. You'll benefit from a supportive workplace culture that prioritizes personal and professional development, with a range of perks including generous annual leave and hybrid working options. If you're passionate about making a difference in the accounting field, this is the role for you.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Pension plan

Life insurance

Paid volunteering time

Enhanced maternity pay

Enhanced paternity leave

Hybrid work option

Private medical cover

Income protection

Continuous training and support

Qualifications

• Experience in bookkeeping or a similar role is essential.
• Strong knowledge of Xero and Sage is a must.

Responsibilities

• Processing accounts payable and receivable for various clients.
• Preparing management accounts and VAT returns.

Skills

Xero

Sage

Quickbooks

Dext

Numeracy Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bookkeeping Qualification

Job description

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At EQ Accountants, we believe that at the core of our success is our people. We are more than just a team of financial experts; we are partners in our clients’ journeys. For over 20 years, we have taken pride in championing SMEs, delivering bespoke accounting solutions that drive growth and success for our clients. Our journey from a single office to 11 thriving locations reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence, and we are now looking for an Accounts Manager to join us and be part of our exciting growth story.

We are an employer who cares; where individuals are supported to reach their personal and professional goals. We’re committed to continuous learning, providing ongoing training and development opportunities to help you stay ahead of the curve. This includes investing in the latest technology, sharing best practice, and creating a One EQ ethos that brings our values to life.

There has never been a more exciting time to join EQ!

Role overview

This is a varied and busy role where you’ll look after a portfolio of clients. This is the perfect role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Performing bank reconciliations
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Preparing management accounts
• Preparing cashflows
• Undertaking client software set-ups for clients wishing to undertake their own bookkeeping on Xero
• Training clients on Xero

Our Ideal Candidate will be

Experienced: Ideally, you’ll have a bookkeeping qualification or training or have had experience in a similar role. A strong knowledge of Xero and Sage is essential. Knowledge of Quickbooks and Dext would also be helpful.

Skilled in numeracy and communication: You’ll have good numerical skills and excellent communication skills. You’ll find it natural to talk to clients over the phone and via email or Microsoft Teams.

Collaborative: You’ll be a team player who thrives in a collaborative environment and is willing to share knowledge, support colleagues, and work as part of a team to meet tight deadlines.

Adaptable: You’ll be comfortable with change and excited by the opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. You are open to new ideas and continuously seek ways to improve.

Why work for EQ?

We are an employer who cares; where individuals are supported to reach their personal and professional goals. At EQ, you’ll find a supportive environment where your goals are our goals. We’re committed to continuous learning, providing ongoing training and development opportunities to help you stay ahead of the curve. This includes investing in the latest technology, sharing best practice, and creating a One EQ ethos that brings our values to life.

With our recent growth, we have been able to deliver Phase Two of our benefits enhancement plan…and we are not stopping there!

When you join EQ, you can expect:

• 33 days annual leave, with additional leave entitlements after three and five years' service
• Pension (up to 5% employee contribution, matched by EQ)
• Life insurance (4 x annual salary)
• 14 hours paid volunteering time
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Enhanced paternity/partner leave and pay
• Hybrid work (one day working from home, following probation)
• Private medical cover (subject to conditions)
• Income protection
• Continuous training and support
• Excellent work culture with social events throughout the year

If you’re passionate about people, driven by purpose, and excited to grow with a forward-thinking accountancy firm who are With You every step of the way, we’d love to hear from you.