Bookkeeper

Pertemps Gloucester; West of England; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps Gloucester is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper for a permanent, full-time position in England. The role offers a salary up to GBP34,000 depending on experience, with a Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm schedule and a friendly, professional team.

You will manage a portfolio of client bookkeeping, maintain ledgers, perform reconciliations, and handle VAT returns while liaising with clients and supporting CIS administration as needed.

Qualifications

• Previous bookkeeping experience is essential.
• Experience in a professional practice environment is advantageous.
• Good understanding of bookkeeping principles and VAT.
• Confident using accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Professional and confident communicator.
• Able to manage workload independently and prioritise effectively.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day bookkeeping activities.
• Maintaining purchase and sales ledgers.
• Performing bank reconciliations.
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns.
• Processing financial transactions and maintaining accounting records.
• Preparing information for year-end accounts.
• Liaising with clients regarding financial queries.
• Providing general administrative support related to accounts functions.
• Assisting with CIS administration where required.

Skills

Bookkeeping

VAT knowledge

Accounting software

Attention to detail

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Bristol Up to GBP34,000 DOE Permanent Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm

An established and friendly professional services business is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join the team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with a variety of clients, managing their own workload, and building strong professional relationships.

You will be responsible for providing bookkeeping support across a portfolio of clients, ensuring financial records are maintained accurately and deadlines are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day bookkeeping activities
• Maintaining purchase and sales ledgers
• Performing bank reconciliations
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Processing financial transactions and maintaining accounting records
• Preparing information for year-end accounts
• Liaising with clients regarding financial queries
• Providing general administrative support related to accounts functions
• Assisting with CIS administration where required

To be Successful

• Previous bookkeeping experience is essential
• Experience within a professional practice environment would be advantageous
• Good understanding of bookkeeping principles and VAT
• Confident using accounting software
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Professional and confident communicator
• Able to manage workload independently and prioritise effectively
• CIS experience would be an advantage

Benefits

• Salary up to GBP34,000 depending on experience
• Permanent, full-time position
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Varied workload across a broad client base
• Opportunity to join a stable and well-established organisation

If you are an experienced Bookkeeper looking for a role where you can build long‑term client relationships and be part of a professional, supportive team, we'd like to hear from you.