Bookkeeper - Cambridge

Xeinadin Group; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy firm in Cambridge is seeking a Bookkeeper to provide exceptional service by accurately managing financial records and building strong client relationships. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in bookkeeping, proficiency in Xero, and excellent attention to detail. The role offers competitive salary and benefits, including a pension scheme and flexible leave policies. This is an office-based position requiring strong organizational and communication skills.

Benefits

Company Pension Scheme

25 days of annual leave + bank holidays

Life Assurance x4 annual salary

Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support

Corporate Discounts Platform

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of Bookkeeping experience, ideally within an accountancy practice.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Team oriented, collaborative, and client-focused.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily bookkeeping for clients, on-site or remotely.
• Build strong relationships with SME clients.
• Prepare accurate financial statements and manage financial records.
• Process payments, invoices, and receipts accurately.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Xero

Strong Excel skills

Education

Fully qualified AAT or Qualified by experience

Tools

Xero

Job description

Bookkeeper - Cambridge

Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom

Employment Type: Permanent

Company Description

Xeinadin was established in 2019 when a number of leading business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re‑imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward‑thinking, close‑knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It's our people who drive our business forward, and we offer them future‑focused career opportunities whilst supporting individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 3000 colleagues operate collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential.

Description

The role of a Bookkeeper is to provide an excellent service for clients by managing their financial records accurately and efficiently while creating and maintaining strong relationships. This role requires an individual with excellent attention to detail, a positive and professional approach, and a passion for helping businesses thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct daily "on‑site" bookkeeping for clients where required or manage remotely as needed.
• Build strong and lasting relationships with a variety of SME clients, acting as a trusted advisor.
• Implement and maintain accounting software systems, such as Xero, along with tailored app‑stacks to enhance efficiency for clients.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements showing business income and expenditure.
• Process payments, invoices, income, and receipts while ensuring data is accurately entered into accounting systems or databases.
• Reconcile balance sheets and profit & loss accounts.
• Manage expenses, accounts payable (including credit cards and expenses), and accounts receivable, including credit control.
• Assist in producing monthly management accounts and reports, including preparing and posting journals for payroll, prepayments, accruals, and fixed assets.
• Process VAT returns and ensures compliance with tax regulations.
• Prepare and manage weekly and monthly supplier payments.
• Support ad‑hoc administrative and financial tasks to streamline client operations.

Key Requirements

• Fully qualified AAT or "Qualified by experience"
• Minimum 2-3 years of Bookkeeping experience, ideally within an accountancy practice.
• Proficiency in Xero and other accounting technologies, with a love of technology and strong Excel skills.

Additional Requirements

• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Team oriented, collaborative, and client‑focused with a commitment to continuous personal development.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Model

Office Based

Salary

Competitive

Benefits

• Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
• Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority
• Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum
• Business closure over Christmas*
• Life Assurance x4 annual salary
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support, free and confidential
• Corporate Discounts Platform
• PMI single or family
• Critical Illness Cover
• Cash plan
• Cycle to work
• Eye care
• Dental

*subject to exceptions and business needs