Bookkeeper and Accounts Preparation Specialist

hays-gcj-v4-pd-online; Watford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Une société de comptabilité bien établie à Watford recherche un Bookkeeper et Accounts Preparation Specialist, offrant une atmosphère inclusive et des opportunités de carrière. Le rôle implique le traitement de la comptabilité, la préparation des états financiers, et nécessite une bonne connaissance de Xero. Cette position est principalement basée au bureau avec une option de télétravail un jour par semaine.

Qualifications

• Expérience prouvée en comptabilité et préparation de comptes.
• Connaissance approfondie des principes comptables.
• Certification Xero souhaitable, mais expérience Xero essentielle.

Responsibilities

• Gérer la comptabilité pour une variété de clients.
• Préparer des états financiers annuels et des déclarations de TVA.
• Effectuer les procédures de fin de mois.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication

Tools

Xero

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Watford, United Kingdom

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22.06.2025

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06.08.2025

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Job Description:

We are currently recruiting for a Bookkeeper and Accounts Preparation Specialist. Please see below for the job specification. Are you interested?

Bookkeeper and Accounts Preparation Specialist

This is a well-established and reputable accountancy practice, dedicated to providing high-quality services to a diverse range of clients. They believe in maintaining a fun, inclusive atmosphere where everyone’s ideas are valued, and they celebrate their successes together. If this sounds like what you’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you.

We are currently seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Bookkeeper and Accounts Preparation Specialist to join this friendly and supportive team.

This role presents an exciting opportunity to develop your career in a dynamic and client-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately process and manage the bookkeeping for a variety of clients in different industries.
• Prepare annual financial statements and working papers for review by manager.
• Prepare VAT returns and ensure compliance with relevant tax regulations.
• Prepare client payrolls, ensuring compliance with tax and regulatory requirements.
• Complete month-end procedures such as bank/cash reconciliations, debtors and creditors review, month-end journals for stock, depreciation, accrued expenses, etc., other balance sheet reconciliations, profit & loss review, and interpretation.
• Creating budgets in Xero to assist clients with forecasting.
• Liaise with clients to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in bookkeeping and accounts preparation within an accountancy practice.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Xero certification is desirable, but Xero experience is essential.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and the ability to build strong client relationships.

This position is mainly office-based; team members are allowed to work from home one day per week. This firm is a Xero-only practice and Gold partner, so the role would ideally suit someone who loves working with Xero!

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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