Bookkeeper

Autograph Specialist Recruitment Limited; Tutnalls; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Autograph Specialist Recruitment Limited in Lydney is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join a well-established UK accountancy practice. The role offers autonomy and the opportunity to work across a range of client accounts, maintaining accurate records and supporting day-to-day bookkeeping needs.

The ideal candidate will have recent UK practice experience, solid Sage 50 knowledge, and the ability to manage deadlines while communicating confidently with clients.

Qualifications

• Recent experience working within a UK accountancy practice.
• Experience in bookkeeping.
• Familiar with Sage 50 or similar accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Able to work to deadlines and manage own workload.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate bookkeeping records for a portfolio of clients
• Complete bank reconciliations and maintain purchase and sales ledgers
• Process invoices, payments and journals
• Prepare and submit VAT returns
• Use accounting software, including Sage 50, to manage client records
• Assist with month-end and year-end accounting processes
• Liaise with clients regarding bookkeeping queries and information
• Ensure deadlines and compliance requirements are consistently met

Skills

UK accountancy practice experience

Bookkeeping experience

Sage 50 knowledge

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication with clients

Team player

Tools

Sage 50

Job description

Bookkeeper

Lyndey

Position: Full Time or Part Time / Permanent

Salary: DOE

Are you an experienced bookkeeper looking for a role where you can take ownership of your work and build strong relationships with clients?

A well-established accountancy practice in Lydney is looking to appoint an experienced Bookkeeper to join their friendly and professional team. This is a varied role offering autonomy, flexibility and the opportunity to work across a range of client accounts.

You’ll be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting clients with their day-to-day bookkeeping requirements and ensuring work is completed accurately and on time.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate bookkeeping records for a portfolio of clients
• Complete bank reconciliations and maintain purchase and sales ledgers
• Process invoices, payments and journals
• Prepare and submit VAT returns
• Use accounting software, including Sage 50, to manage client records
• Assist with month-end and year-end accounting processes
• Liaise with clients regarding bookkeeping queries and information
• Ensure deadlines and compliance requirements are consistently met

The Ideal Candidate

• Recent experience working within a UK accountancy practice
• Previous experience in a bookkeeping roleGood working knowledge of Sage 50 or similar accounting software
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Comfortable managing your own workload and working to deadlines
• Professional and confident when communicating with clients
• Reliable, practical and able to work effectively as part of a team