Bookkeeper for Multi-Client Practice — VAT & Cloud Apps

TPF Recruitment; Melksham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

TPF Recruitment is supporting a multisited chartered accountants in recruiting an experienced Bookkeeper for their Melksham office. The role covers a varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses with duties including maintaining ledgers, VAT returns and client liaison.

The ideal candidate will have bookkeeping experience (ideally in practice), VAT understanding, and be proficient with cloud software such as Xero, QuickBooks or Sage. AAT qualification or progression is preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven bookkeeping experience, ideally in an accountancy practice.
• Strong understanding of VAT and bookkeeping principles.
• Familiar with cloud accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks or Sage.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Organised with ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Confident, professional client communication.

Responsibilities

• Complete bookkeeping for a varied portfolio of clients.
• Maintain purchase and sales ledgers.
• Process bank transactions and reconciliations.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Produce management information when required.
• Work with cloud accounting software.
• Resolve client bookkeeping queries.
• Keep records complete, accurate and up to date.
• Liaise with accounts team and colleagues across the firm.

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

VAT understanding

Cloud accounting software

Attention to detail

Organisation

Client communication

Education

AAT qualification (or studying towards)

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

TPF Recruitment is supporting a multisited chartered accountants in recruiting an experienced Bookkeeper for their Melksham office. The role covers a varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses with duties including maintaining ledgers, VAT returns and client liaison.

The ideal candidate will have bookkeeping experience (ideally in practice), VAT understanding, and be proficient with cloud software such as Xero, QuickBooks or Sage. AAT qualification or progression is preferred.