Client Bookeeper

Armstrong Knight Ltd; Loughton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm is seeking a bookkeeping support professional for an in-office role in Loughton. This position requires proficiency in Xero and strong accounting knowledge, focusing on managing offshoring bookkeepers and ensuring timely VAT and bookkeeping submissions. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in optimizing bookkeeping efficiency and maintaining compliance with VAT regulations.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Xero, with certification required.
• Experience preparing VAT returns using various VAT schemes.
• Ability to train others in bookkeeping processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with managing offshoring bookkeepers and monitoring budgets.
• Run reports to track team progress on VAT returns and bookkeeping deadlines.
• Review and file VAT returns while ensuring accuracy.

Skills

Proficiency in Xero

Strong bookkeeping knowledge

Understanding of accounting and tax principles

Education

ACCA/AAT qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

Dext Prepare

Job description

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This role is focused on an in-office position supporting the outsourced team and the cloud team manager.

Responsibilities include:

1. Assist with managing offshoring bookkeepers, including updating work programs and monitoring budgets.
2. Run monthly/weekly reports to track team progress on VAT returns, MOSS returns, YE accounts, and bookkeeping deadlines.
3. Review and file VAT returns.
4. Stay knowledgeable about MTD and HMRC VAT regulations, keeping up to date with any changes.
5. Coordinate with PAs when year-end accounts are ready for booking.
6. Respond to bookkeepers’ queries and liaise directly with clients.
7. Ensure deadlines are met through proper planning.
8. Optimize bookkeeping efficiency by following and improving the efficiency checklist.
9. Review bookkeeping work for accuracy, provide training to learn from mistakes, and ensure postings are correct.

Experience Required:

Proficiency in Xero, with certification. Experience preparing VAT returns using various VAT schemes. Strong bookkeeping and accounting knowledge, with the ability to train others. Knowledge of Dext Prepare is preferred.

Skills Required:

ACCA/AAT qualification or equivalent experience. Strong understanding of accounting and tax principles.