Bookkeeper Manager

R&A Talent Aquisition Partners Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected recruitment agency is seeking a Bookkeeper Manager in North London. The role involves managing a client portfolio of bookkeeping and VAT returns for diverse businesses. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience with bookkeeping software like Xero, Sage, or Quickbooks, and practical VAT experience dealing with HMRC. The ideal candidate will have strong client management skills and a thorough understanding of VAT schemes. Full rights to work in the UK are required for this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' work experience in UK practice.
• Experience with VAT schemes and HMRC.
• Proficient in bookkeeping software.

Responsibilities

• Manage client portfolio of bookkeeping and VAT returns.
• Prepare VAT returns and respond to client queries.
• Ensure trial balances are complete for accounts handover.

Skills

Bookkeeping software Xero

VAT experience

Client management

Tools

Xero

Sage

Quickbooks

Job description

Job Title: Bookkeeper Manager

Location: North London

Salary: £45,000-£50,0000

Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing a client portfolio of bookkeeping and VAT returns, consisting of both sole trade and incorporated entities covering a wide range of industries.
• Bookkeeping on various software programs but predominantly Xero.
• Preparation of VAT returns.
• Reviewing work of junior/outsourcing staff.
• Responding to client queries.
• Ensuring trial balances are complete in preparation for handing over to accounts department.
• Registering and deregistering for VAT.

Qualifications

At least 5 years' work experience in UK practice of:

• Bookkeeping software Xero/Sage/Quickbooks.
• VAT experience of dealing with HMRC, knowledge of VAT schemes and some experience of VAT planning.

This role does not offer sponsorship and you must have full rights to work in the UK.