Bookkeeper

Workforce Staffing; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established accountancy firm in Dudley is seeking a Bookkeeper to manage financial records for various clients. The ideal candidate will have experience with accounting software such as Sage and Xero, strong communication skills, and a passion for bookkeeping. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including generous annual leave, flexible working hours, and professional development opportunities. The firm prides itself on a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Generous Annual Leave: 25 plus bank holidays

Employee discounts through Bright Exchange

Royal London Pension Scheme

Aviva Healthcare

Death-in-Service Cover

Flexible Working Hours

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of accounting software: Sage, Xero, QuickBooks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential.
• Understanding of VAT accounts and filing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients ensuring timely financial recording.
• Perform bank reconciliations and prepare VAT returns.
• Communicate directly with clients to maintain accurate financial records.

Skills

Sage 50

Sage Business Cloud

Xero

QuickBooks

Microsoft Office

Communication Skills

Education

5 GCSEs (grades A–C) including Maths and English

Tools

Bank feeds

Data capture software

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Bookkeeper
Location: Dudley

Full Time

Permanent position
Salary: Competitive, with excellent benefits to include:

• Generous Annual Leave: 25 plus bank holidays
• Bright Exchange Discounts: Access to a wide range of employee discounts.
• Royal London Pension Scheme.
• Flexible Working Hours: Start/finish between 8 AM–6 PM
• Car Parking: On-Site.

After probation:

• Aviva Healthcare: Including dental and optical cover.
• Death-in-Service Cover.

Job Overview

I am thrilled to be recruiting for a fantastic opportunity for a Bookkeeper to join a well-established and highly respected accountancy firm located in Dudley. This is a wonderful chance to be part of a supportive and dynamic team, working with a range of clients—from small businesses to larger organisations—across various industries. The role involves maintaining accurate financial records, liaising with clients, and supporting senior accountants in producing management and year-end accounts.

Key Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping for a Portfolio of Clients: Manage the full bookkeeping function for a variety of client businesses, ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions.
• Client Communication & Liaison: Work directly with clients to gather financial information, resolve queries, and ensure their financial records are up to date.
• Sales & Purchase Ledger Management: Posting and allocating sales receipts and purchase invoices, reviewing and correcting sales and purchase ledgers as necessary.
• Bank Reconciliations & Reports: Perform bank reconciliations using client software and ensure all balances are accurate.
• VAT Returns & CIS: Prepare and submit VAT returns under various schemes and understand Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) accounting for both contractors and subcontractors.
• Trial Balance & Journals: Prepare trial balance reconciliations, manage nominal ledger entries, and post journal entries such as wage postings and loan interest.
• Financial Statement Preparation: Produce customer statements for credit control and support in the preparation of year-end accounts.
• System Management & Integration: Use cloud-based software and integrate bank feeds, plus support clients with data capture tools such as Dext.
• Other Administrative Duties: Handling petty cash, credit card entries, supplier statements, and liaising with third parties like HMRC, customers, and suppliers as required.

Key Skills & Experience

• Essential:
  • Strong working knowledge of Sage 50, Sage Business Cloud, Xero, QuickBooks
  • Accountancy Practice Experience
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Previous experience with bank feeds and data capture software
  • Understanding of VAT accounts, MTD rules, and filing requirements.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Desirable:
  • Knowledge of document management software and networks/server systems.
  • Experience in preparing management accounts or a keen interest in progressing in this area.

Personal Attributes

• Proactive & Positive Attitude: You are a problem solver with a "can-do" attitude and take ownership of tasks.
• Time Management: Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines efficiently.
• Team-Oriented: A collaborative spirit with a willingness to share ideas and knowledge.
• Organised & Detail-Oriented: Strong organisational skills with the ability to maintain accuracy while working under pressure.
• Ambitious & Motivated: A desire to grow professionally and learn new skills, with a long-term career vision rather than just seeing this as a job.

Qualifications

• Essential:
  • Minimum of 5 GCSEs (grades A–C) including Maths and English.
• Desirable:
  • A-Level qualifications (3 passes).
  • AAT Level
  • Accreditations in Sage, QuickBooks, Xero or other bookkeeping software.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about bookkeeping, enjoys interacting with clients, and is looking for a long‑term career in a supportive environment. If you are someone who thrives under deadlines and wants to make a real impact in the financial management of client businesses, this could be the perfect role for you!

To apply, please send your CV directly to me, Louisa Morgan [e-mail] or call 01527390128.

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