Cloud Bookkeeper (Xero) — Client-Focused Role

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd; Bolton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Internal training

On-the-job development

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper in Bolton to manage day-to-day bookkeeping for a varied SME portfolio. You will handle sales/purchases, AP/AR, and VAT returns while providing client support and training in cloud accounting tools such as Xero.

You will work across multiple clients, ensuring accuracy, timely reconciliations, and clear communication via phone, Teams and email. AAT or equivalent certifications are advantageous but not essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in UK accountancy practice bookkeeping.
• Ability to manage multiple client portfolios.
• Understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and VAT processes.
• Proficiency with cloud accounting software and onboarding new clients.

Responsibilities

• Managing bookkeeping work across a portfolio of clients
• Processing sales and purchase invoices
• Maintaining accounts payable and accounts receivable records
• Completing bank, credit-card and control-account reconciliations
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Reviewing client records and identifying missing or inconsistent information
• Investigating unreconciled transactions and bookkeeping queries
• Maintaining accurate accounting records and supporting schedules
• Setting up cloud-accounting software for new clients
• Supporting clients who undertake some or all of their own bookkeeping
• Providing practical Xero training and guidance
• Communicating with clients by telephone, Microsoft Teams and email
• Managing deadlines across several client assignments
• Liaising with Accountants and Managers regarding client records and year-end requirements
• Contributing to efficient bookkeeping systems and working practices

Skills

Bookkeeping

Client communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Numerical skills

Education

AAT qualifications or bookkeeping certifications

Tools

Xero

Dext

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Ltd is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper in Bolton to manage day-to-day bookkeeping for a varied SME portfolio. You will handle sales/purchases, AP/AR, and VAT returns while providing client support and training in cloud accounting tools such as Xero.

You will work across multiple clients, ensuring accuracy, timely reconciliations, and clear communication via phone, Teams and email. AAT or equivalent certifications are advantageous but not essential.