Client Bookkeeper

Rob Emsley Specialist Accountancy Practice Recruitment; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Rob Emsley Specialist Accountancy Practice Recruitment is seeking an experienced bookkeeper for a Bournemouth firm. You will handle bookkeeping for diverse clients, assist with management accounts, and prepare VAT/CIS returns using a range of accounting software.

The role emphasises strong client-facing communication and accurate financial reporting, with the opportunity to grow within a supportive local practice.

Qualifications

• Experience managing books for multiple clients.
• Strong client facing skills and ability to explain numbers clearly.
• Familiarity with VAT and CIS return processes.
• Comfort using a range of digital accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and reconcile client books across varied industries.
• Prepare management accounts and statutory returns.
• Assist with VAT and CIS return submissions.
• Liaise with clients to gather information and explain accounting outcomes.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Client facing

Accounts preparation

VAT/CIS returns

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Do you love working with a wide range of clients, helping them with getting their numbers right, and understanding where their business is headed? This could be just the role you have been looking for...

I'm working with a very friendly and supportive firm with a great reputation in the local area. Due to their continued success in attracting new clients they are now looking to strengthen their bookkeeping team.

This role will see you work with clients across a variety of different industries with bookkeeping, management accounts preparation, VAT and CIS return preparation, and working with a variety of digital software packages to ensure best practice.

This position would be a great fit for an experienced bookkeeper with significant experience of working with multiple clients, preferably within a formal accountancy practice setting. AAT qualifications would be beneficial but are not essential, and you will need to demonstrate strong client facing skills and be well versed with a range of digital software products.

Does this sound like you?