Client Bookkeeper (Full or Part-Time)

Butler Rose Ltd; Bolton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established accountancy firm in Bolton is seeking an experienced Client Bookkeeper to provide accurate bookkeeping services for a diverse client portfolio. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of relevant experience, proficiencies in cloud accounting software, and strong communication skills. This is a full-time, office-based role offering a salary range of £25,000 - £27,000 and a friendly team environment with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Free parking

Opportunity to work with a varied client base

Friendly team with strong staff retention

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience in a bookkeeping or finance role.
• Solid knowledge of VAT and digital record-keeping compliance.
• Experience in either accountancy practice or commerce/industry.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate bookkeeping services for a diverse client portfolio.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns in line with MTD legislation.
• Perform bank reconciliations, journals, accruals, and prepayments.

Skills

Cloud accounting experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

FreeAgent

Job description

Butler Rose is delighted to be working with a well-established and forward-thinking accountancy firm in the Bolton & surrounding areas who are looking to add an experienced Client Bookkeeper to their team.

This is a fantastic opportunity if you have strong cloud accounting experience and if you are looking for a stable, office-based role within a supportive and collaborative team environment.

The firm will consider candidates from either an accountancy practice or commerce and industry background, provided you have hands‑on experience managing bookkeeping responsibilities across multiple clients or business units.

THE ROLE

You will be responsible for providing accurate and timely bookkeeping services for a diverse portfolio of clients. Key responsibilities include:

• Day-to-day bookkeeping using cloud-based platforms
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns in line with MTD legislation
• Performing bank reconciliations, journals, accruals, and prepayments
• Communicating with clients to obtain and clarify information as needed
• Working across multiple cloud accounting systems including Xero, QuickBooks, and FreeAgent
• Assisting with management reporting and supporting senior team members when required

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

We're looking for someone who is confident, organised, and technically strong with:

• At least 3 years' experience in a bookkeeping or finance role
• Background in either an accountancy practice or commerce/industry setting
• Proficiency with cloud accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, FreeAgent)
• Solid knowledge of VAT and digital record‑keeping compliance
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to problem‑solving
• Must be within commutable distance of the office - this is a fully office‑based role

WHATS ON OFFER

• Salary: £25,000 - £27,000 (dependent on experience)
• Full-time, office‑based position - little to no client visits required
• Friendly and experienced team with strong staff retention
• Opportunity to work with a broad and varied client base
• Convenient location with free parking available

If you're an experienced bookkeeper looking for a long‑term role in a stable, team‑oriented environment - whether you're coming from practice or industry - we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch for a confidential conversation.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.