Bookkeeper

CMA Recruitment Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established accountancy firm near Winchester is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join their team. Responsibilities include managing day-to-day bookkeeping, client communications, and VAT submissions. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a similar role, be a confident user of Xero, and possess strong organizational skills. Flexibility in working hours and hybrid arrangements are offered, along with additional benefits like onsite parking and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Free onsite car parking

Company pension scheme

Regular office social outings

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar bookkeeping role within practice or industry.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident user of Xero (essential).
• Self-motivated and organized.

Responsibilities

• Performing bookkeeping duties for a portfolio of clients.
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns.
• Managing client communications.
• Supporting the Outsourcing Manager with various responsibilities.

Skills

Xero

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivation

Organizational skills

Tools

Accountancy software

Job description

A well-established and growing accountancy firm based near Winchester, Hampshire is seeking an experienced and reliable Bookkeeper to join their supportive team. Located in a picturesque rural setting, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a respected practice with a wide-ranging client base and a strong team culture.

This family-friendly firm who serve clients both locally and across the UK, with specialisms in farming and rural businesses, equine, professional services, charities, and landed estates. The business promotes a positive working environment with flexibility and career stability.

Full or part-time hours will be considered, along with hybrid working arrangements.

What will the Bookkeeper role involve?

• Performing day-to-day bookkeeping duties for a portfolio of clients.
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns.
• Managing client communications and handling queries effectively.
• Supporting the Outsourcing Manager with varied administrative and bookkeeping responsibilities.
• Utilising Xero for client accounting; knowledge of other accounting software is a plus.
• Payroll experience would be advantageous but not essential.

Suitable Candidate for the Bookkeeper vacancy:

• Proven experience in a similar bookkeeping role within practice or industry.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident user of Xero (essential).
• Self-motivated, organised, and able to manage multiple client relationships.
• Comfortable working independently as well as part of a team.

Additional benefits and information for the role of Bookkeeper:

• Free onsite car parking.
• Flexible working hours to suit work-life balance.
• Hybrid working available
• Company pension scheme.
• Regular office social outings and a friendly team culture.

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