Bookkeeping Manager - Enfield

Xeinadin

Enfield

On-site

GBP 40,000 - 56,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Annual leave 25 days + bank holidays

Additional leave by seniority

Leave purchase up to 5 days

Christmas closure

Life assurance 4x salary

Family leave policies

Sick pay

Employee assistance programme

Corporate discounts

Flexible benefits platform

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Job summary

Xeinadin in Enfield is seeking an experienced Bookkeeping Manager to lead a small team and ensure timely, accurate bookkeeping services for a diverse client base.

You will review records in Xero, oversee VAT returns and HMRC compliance, manage CIS processes, and perform balance sheet reconciliations. You’ll also act as the main contact for clients, support remote team collaboration, and drive improvements in processes and efficiency.

Qualifications

Proven experience in bookkeeping or accounting, with supervisory responsibilities.
Strong working knowledge of Xero, VAT returns and HMRC compliance.
Familiarity with CIS regulations and balance sheet reconciliations.
Excellent attention to detail, organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Oversee and manage a bookkeeping team, ensuring high-quality output and adherence to deadlines.
Review and maintain accurate financial records using Xero.
Oversee the preparation of VAT returns, ensuring accuracy and HMRC compliance.
Review VAT workings and ensure correct VAT treatment across transactions.
Manage CIS processes, including deductions and filings.
Perform and review balance sheet reconciliations and ensure completeness.
Act as main point of contact for clients, providing financial insights.
Ensure work aligns with internal processes and regulatory standards.
Support team development, training, and performance management.
Identify and implement improvements to processes and efficiencies.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Accounting

Xero

VAT returns

HMRC compliance

CIS regulations

Balance reconciliations

Communication skills

Remote team management

Attention to detail

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Other accounting software

Job description

Vacancy Name

Bookkeeping Manager - Enfield

Vacancy No

VN1974

Employment Type

Permanent

Duration

N/A

Location City

Enfield

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 in collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential.

Description

We are seeking an experienced and organised Bookkeeping Manager to oversee a team and ensure the accurate and timely delivery of bookkeeping services. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage both client relationships and internal workflows effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee and manage a bookkeeping team, ensuring high‑quality output and adherence to deadlines.
Review and maintain accurate financial records using Xero accounting software.
Oversee the preparation of VAT returns, ensuring all submissions are accurate, complete, and compliant with HMRC regulations.
Review VAT workings and ensure correct VAT treatment is applied across all transactions.
Manage and oversee CIS (Construction Industry Scheme) processes, including deductions and filings.
Perform and review balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Act as the main point of contact for clients, handling queries and providing financial insights.
Ensure all work is completed in line with internal processes and regulatory standards.
Support team development, training, and performance management.
Identify and implement improvements to processes and efficiencies.

Key Requirements

Proven experience in a bookkeeping or accounting role, ideally in a managerial or supervisory capacity.
Strong working knowledge of:
Xero
VAT returns and HMRC compliance
CIS regulations
Balance sheet reconciliations
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
Strong communication skills with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
Ability to manage and motivate a remote team.
Comfortable working independently and as part of a small team.
Proactive and solution‑oriented mindset.

Additional Requirements

AAT qualified or equivalent.
Experience working in a practice environment.
Familiarity with additional accounting software or apps.
Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and compliance in financial reporting.
Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Good attention to detail and organisation, and a proactive and enthusiastic attitude are essential.
Experienced and capable using tax software and Microsoft Office.
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to support decision‑making in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
Ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively.

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