Bookkeeping & VAT Manager

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; Slough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Bookkeeping & VAT Manager to join their friendly team on the outskirts of Slough. The role involves managing a mixed portfolio of SME clients, ensuring compliance with VAT legislation, and maintaining strong client relationships. With a focus on teamwork and independence, this position promises a supportive environment where your expertise will be valued. If you have a solid background in accountancy and a passion for client service, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Flexible working

Supportive working environment

Competitive salary based on experience

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in an accountancy practice.
• Strong knowledge of UK VAT rules and online bookkeeping software.

Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility for bookkeeping and VAT clients.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns to HMRC and help with tax returns.

Skills

UK VAT rules and regulations

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Team Player

Education

5 years accountancy practice experience

Tools

FreeAgent

Xero

Sage

Quickbooks

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a Bookkeeping & VAT Manager within a well-established accountancy practice on the outskirts of Slough. This firm enjoys a high staff retention. This role will be within a friendly team, predominantly working on a mixed portfolio of SME clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Overall responsibility for all bookkeeping and VAT clients.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns to HMRC (MTD).
• VAT registrations and de-registrations.
• Helping with accounts or Personal Tax Returns during quieter VAT quarters.
• Be the first point of contact for allocated clients, responding to various client enquiries in an accurate and timely manner.
• Stay up to date with VAT legislation and advise clients on compliance.
• Develop an ongoing, effective relationship with clients and ensure retention of clients.
• Working within a team to ensure deadlines are met and be able to work independently.

Essential Requirements:

• Have a minimum of 5 years accountancy practice experience in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of UK VAT rules and regulations.
• Have a solid experience of online bookkeeping software e.g. FreeAgent, Xero, Sage, Quickbooks and other online bookkeeping software.
• Experience with partial exemption for VAT.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Be an amiable team player.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Be highly organised with attention to detail.

In return for your skills and commitment, this firm will offer a competitive salary, depending upon experience, flexible working, and a friendly and supportive working environment.

We can only accept applications from candidates that have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.