Head Bookkeeper

Autograph Recruitment; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 28,800 - 35,200; Part time

Job summary

A growing accountancy practice in Gloucester seeks a Head of Bookkeeping to oversee the bookkeeping function for varied clients. Applicants should have significant bookkeeping experience, proficiency in Xero and QuickBooks, and the ability to manage client relationships effectively. This part/full-time, permanent position offers a salary of up to £32k depending on experience. Join a small, collaborative team where your contributions will be crucial.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in bookkeeping within a UK accountancy practice.
• Strong working knowledge of Xero and QuickBooks.
• Comfortable liaising directly with clients.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and managing the bookkeeping function for a varied client portfolio.
• Preparation and review of bookkeeping records using accounting software.
• Ensuring compliance through VAT return preparation and review.

Skills

Xero

QuickBooks

Client relationship management

Team collaboration

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Overview

Head of Bookkeeping - Cheltenham

Position: Part/Full-time / Permanent

Salary: up to £32k depending on experience

Are you an experienced bookkeeping professional looking to take ownership of a key function within a growing accountancy practice? This firm works closely with a varied client base including sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies, delivering a hands-on and personal service.

This role is ideal for an experienced bookkeeper who enjoys responsibility, client interaction and being a central part of a small, collaborative, office based team.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and managing the bookkeeping function for a varied client portfolio
• Preparation and review of bookkeeping records using Xero and QuickBooks
• Preparing and reviewing VAT returns and ensuring compliance
• Acting as a key point of contact for bookkeeping-related client queries
• Maintaining high standards of accuracy and organisation across all bookkeeping work
• Supporting the ongoing development and improvement of bookkeeping processes

Qualifications

• Significant experience in bookkeeping within a UK accountancy practice
• Strong working knowledge of Xero and QuickBooks
• Comfortable liaising directly with clients and building long-term relationships
• A team-focused individual who values working in a small, office-based environment

Next steps

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, then please contact Laura Powell on 01454 550883 or email [e-mail], or click Apply to upload your CV for consideration.

If this job is not quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, as a specialist Accountancy & Finance Recruiter, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Autograph Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

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