Bookkeeper

Yolk Recruitment; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in the UK seeks a dedicated Bookkeeper to support charity and NFP clients. The role involves managing day-to-day bookkeeping, preparing financial reports, and ensuring compliance with charity standards. Ideal candidates will have proven bookkeeping experience, attention to detail, and a genuine interest in the Non-Profit sector. This position offers a supportive culture, good work-life balance, and benefits including 25 days off and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Sick pay up to 2 months

Pension matched up to 6%

Dependent leave for unwell children

Qualifications

• Proven bookkeeping experience, preferably in a practice.
• Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping.
• Good working knowledge of cloud accounting software is essential.

Responsibilities

• Process day-to-day bookkeeping tasks for multiple clients.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports.

Skills

Proven bookkeeping experience

Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping

Good working knowledge of cloud accounting software

Excellent attention to detail

Strong organisational skills

Ability to manage multiple clients

Genuine interest in the Non-Profit sector

Education

AAT qualification (or equivalent)

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

Job description

Job Advert: Bookkeeper - Specialist Accountancy Practice (NFP & Charities)

Location: Just outside Cardiff (with potential hybrid working if required)

Employment Type: [Full-time / Part-time]

About the Firm

Our client is a long-established and highly respected accountancy practice dedicated exclusively to supporting Not-for-Profit organisations and charities. With a reputation for integrity, accuracy and exceptional service, they provide specialist financial expertise that helps mission-driven organisations thrive.

The Role

As a Bookkeeper, you will play a key part in delivering high-quality bookkeeping and financial support to a portfolio of NFP and charity clients. This is a rewarding position for someone who enjoys meaningful work and wants to support organisations making a real social impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing day‑to‑day bookkeeping tasks for multiple clients
• Managing accounts payable and receivable
• Reconciling bank and control accounts
• Preparing monthly and quarterly financial reports
• Supporting client queries and maintaining excellent relationships
• Assisting with year‑end preparation and audit support
• Ensuring compliance with charity accounting standards and best practice

About You

Essential

• Proven bookkeeping experience (practice experience advantageous)
• Strong understanding of double‑entry bookkeeping
• Good working knowledge of cloud accounting software (e.g., Xero, Sage, QuickBooks)
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines
• Genuine interest in the Non‑Profit/Charity sector

Desirable

• Experience working with charity clients or fund‑based accounting
• AAT qualification (or equivalent), or working towards it

Work Pattern & Benefits

Our client offers a supportive and people‑focused environment with excellent work‑life balance.

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Dependants leave: Up to 2 weeks contractually for unwell children (direct bloodline)
• Sick pay: Up to 1-2 months
• Maternity & paternity leave in line with policy
• Pension: Up to 6% matched
• Supportive, friendly culture with long‑standing team members
• Opportunity to work with purpose‑driven organisations making a positive impact