Bookkeeping Manager - Enfield

Xeinadin Group; Enfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

25 days of annual leave + bank holidays

Life Assurance x4 annual salary

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Xeinadin Group in Enfield is seeking an experienced Bookkeeping Manager to lead a team in delivering high-quality bookkeeping services. The role requires overseeing financial records, VAT returns, and CIS processes while ensuring compliance and efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise with Xero and proven experience in management. A proactive mindset and excellent communication skills are essential for building client relationships and managing a remote team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a bookkeeping or accounting role.
• Strong working knowledge of Xero and VAT compliance.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage a bookkeeping team.
• Review financial records and prepare VAT returns.
• Act as main contact for clients and provide financial insights.

Skills

Xero

VAT returns and HMRC compliance

CIS regulations

Balance sheet reconciliations

Education

AAT qualified or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Tax software

Job description

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 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.

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:
• PMI single or family
• Critical Illness Cover
• Cash plan
• Cycle to work
• Eye care
• Dental

Model

Office Based