Central London Senior Bookkeeper — Client Portfolio Lead

Sheridan Maine London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheridan Maine is recruiting an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to join a well-established accountancy firm in Central London. You will manage day-to-day bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients, ensuring accurate records and timely financial information.

Key duties include preparing VAT returns with Making Tax Digital (MTD) compliance, bank reconciliations and management accounts. You will liaise with clients, support junior team members and contribute to a collaborative practice environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in bookkeeping within an accountancy practice.
• AAT qualification or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping principles, VAT and accounting procedures.
• Experience using Xero, QuickBooks or Sage.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients.
• Maintaining accurate financial records including ledgers.
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns with Making Tax Digital (MTD) compliance.
• Liaising with clients to resolve queries and obtain financial information.
• Supporting month-end and year-end processes.
• Reviewing work and guiding junior team members.

Skills

Bookkeeping expertise

Client communications

Organisational skills

VAT knowledge

Education

AAT qualification or equivalent

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Sheridan Maine is recruiting an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to join a well-established accountancy firm in Central London. You will manage day-to-day bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients, ensuring accurate records and timely financial information.

Key duties include preparing VAT returns with Making Tax Digital (MTD) compliance, bank reconciliations and management accounts. You will liaise with clients, support junior team members and contribute to a collaborative practice environment.