Bookkeeper

Bell Cornwall Recruitment; Sutton Coldfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Bell Cornwall Recruitment is recruiting for an ambitious and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join a growing accountancy practice in Sutton Coldfield. You will handle fundamental bookkeeping tasks and work closely with clients across sectors.

The role involves processing sales and purchase invoices, VAT returns, bank reconciliations and maintaining tidy client records. You will visit client premises and develop your bookkeeping skills within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of bookkeeping experience, including VAT preparation.
• Experience with Xero and Sage accounting software.
• Excellent attention to detail and high accuracy.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Confident communication and client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Process sales and purchase invoices and bank transactions.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Carry out regular bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate financial records and prepare client accounts for year-end.
• Respond to client queries by phone, email and in person.
• Ensure bookkeeping records are accurate, organised and up to date.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Client-focused

Proactive attitude

Visit clients on-site

Tools

Xero

Sage

Job description

Bookkeeper

Salary: 30,000- 32,000 (dependent on experience)
Location: Sutton Coldfield
Reference: BCR/JC/32601

Bell Cornwall Recruitment is recruiting for an ambitious and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join a growing accountancy firm in Sutton Coldfield.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their bookkeeping career within a professional accountancy practice, and work closely with clients across different sectors.

The Role

As a Bookkeeper, your responsibilities will include:

• Processing sales and purchase invoices, along with bank transactions.
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns.
• Carrying out regular bank reconciliations and investigating discrepancies.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and preparing client accounts for year-end.
• Responding to client queries by phone, email and in person.
• Ensuring bookkeeping records are accurate, organised and up to date.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will have:

• At least one year's experience in bookkeeping, including VAT preparation.
• Experience using accounting software such as Xero and Sage.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Confident communication skills and a professional, client-focused approach.
• A proactive attitude and a genuine desire to develop their bookkeeping skills.
• Happy to visit clients at their premises.

Interested?

If you're an enthusiastic Bookkeeper looking to build your experience within a growing accountancy practice, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

(For the purposes of recruiting for this vacancy Bell Cornwall Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency. Bell Cornwall Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from all age groups)