Bookkeeper- Folkestone

Xeinadin; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave

Bank holidays

Buy up to 5 days leave

Christmas closure

Life Assurance x4 salary

Enhanced family leave

Enhanced Company Sick Pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Corporate Discounts Platform

Job summary

Xeinadin in Folkestone is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to manage day-to-day bookkeeping, produce management reports, and deliver accurate financial information for clients.

You will maintain VAT returns, bank reconciliations, and year-end adjustments, using Xero and Excel to ensure reliable reporting. The role emphasizes client service and collaboration.

This permanent, office-based position offers benefits and development opportunities within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• AAT or ACCA (part) qualification or working towards.
• Experience using Xero and Excel for accurate reporting.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Team oriented, collaborative and client-focused.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day bookkeeping accurately and on time.
• Prepare records through Trial Balance and year-end adjustments.
• Post year-end journals including accruals and prepayments.
• Perform VAT returns and bank reconciliations.
• Produce management reports for clients.
• Maintain audit trail with properly filed documents.
• Build positive client relationships and provide responsive support.
• Utilise Xero and Excel to ensure accurate reporting.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal procedures.
• Manage workload to meet deadlines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

Client-focused

Education

AAT/ ACCA (part) qualified

Tools

Xero

Excel

Job description

Vacancy Name Bookkeeper- Folkestone

Vacancy No VN2265

Employment Type Permanent

Duration na

Location City Folkestone

Location Country United Kingdom

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 We are currently seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join our growing team in Folkestone, in this role you will be responsible for managing day-to-day bookkeeping activities, producing management reports, and supporting clients with accurate, insightful financial information. You will play a key role in delivering outstanding service and helping our clients thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Complete day-to-day bookkeeping tasks accurately, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Prepare bookkeeping records through to Trial Balance, including entering opening and closing balances for adjusted trial balances and supporting the year-end process.
• Calculate and post year-end journals, including accruals, prepayments, depreciation, and other necessary adjustments.
• Maintain a complete and accurate audit trail by filing and referencing documentation promptly.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns accurately and in line with statutory deadlines.
• Perform regular bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Produce management reports to help clients understand their financial performance and position.
• Build and maintain positive client relationships, providing professional and responsive support.
• Use accounting software, including Xero and Microsoft Excel, to improve efficiency and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and internal procedures.
• Manage workloads effectively to meet deadlines and agreed time budgets.

Key Requirements

• AAT/ ACCA (part) qualified
• Use software such as Xero and Excel to streamline processes and ensure accurate reporting.

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.
• Carrying out tasks with a high degree of efficiency and accuracy.

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

Flexible Benefits platform with ability to opt-in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self-funded at corporate rates) such as:

• Critical Illness Cover
• Cash plan
• Cycle to work
• Eye care
• Dental
• subject to exceptions and business needs