Junior Bookkeeper

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Shaftesbury; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Group life cover

Medical insurance option

Free on-site parking

Mentorship and training

Job summary

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD in Shaftesbury is offering a Junior Bookkeeper position designed for candidates with little or no accounting experience who want to start a career in practice.

You will gain hands-on exposure to bookkeeping, VAT returns, payroll assistance and client liaison, with onsite work and flexible study support driving your development.

Qualifications

• Little to no prior experience required; eagerness to start an accountancy career.
• Accredited or pursuing AAT Level 2 qualifications preferred.
• High numerical accuracy and attention to detail are essential.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate bookkeeping records for a varied client portfolio, processing invoices.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations across bank accounts, credit cards, and online platforms.
• Assist senior staff with VAT returns preparation and submission.
• Act as a professional point of contact for clients, handling queries.
• Assist with client payroll processing and HMRC communications.
• Support with basic sole trader accounts and administrative tasks.

Skills

Bookkeeping basics

Numerical accuracy

VAT knowledge

Payroll assistance

Client communication

On-site availability

Education

AAT Level 2 qualification

Tools

Cloud accounting software

Job description

Job Title: Junior Bookkeeper

Location: Shaftesbury (Onsite)

Package: £23,500 - £25,900 per annum, full-time (35 hours per week), office-based working with occasional flexibility, and career progression opportunities

Working hours: Full time, Monday-Friday (35 hours per week)

A fantastic opportunity has arisen within an established and forward-thinking accountancy firm for a Junior Bookkeeper to join their team in Shaftesbury. This role is designed for an enthusiastic candidate with little to no prior experience who is eager to start their accountancy career and build long-term practice experience up to AAT Level 2. Paying up to £25,900 depending on the individual, within a supportive and ambitious working environment, this position offers direct exposure to client work and the chance to gain valuable hands-on skills across bookkeeping, VAT, and general accountancy support. This is a great opportunity to join a practice that values innovation and client service, providing a clear foundation for your future professional development.

Junior Bookkeeper Job Overview

• Maintain accurate bookkeeping records for a varied client portfolio, processing sales and purchase invoices.
• Perform balance sheet reconciliations across bank accounts, credit cards, and online payment platforms.
• Assist senior team members with the preparation and submission of VAT returns.
• Act as a polite and professional point of contact for clients, handling everyday queries and building positive relationships.
• Assist with client payroll processing, tax administration, and routine communications with HMRC.
• Support the wider accounts team with basic sole trader accounts and administrative tasks.

Junior Bookkeeper Job Requirements

• Little to no prior experience required; desire to begin a career in accountancy practice.
• Studying towards or possessing an interest in starting AAT Level 2 qualifications.
• High numerical accuracy, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for collaborating with colleagues and clients.
• Good IT literacy and confidence using or learning modern cloud-based accounting platforms.
• Full commitment to working onsite at the Shaftesbury office, with occasional flexibility for working from home on an ad-hoc basis.

Junior Bookkeeper Benefits

• £23,500 - £25,900 per annum, depending on candidate experience and potential.
• Full-time role with 35 working hours per week.
• Company pension and group life cover.
• Medical insurance option (with coverage for family members).
• Free on-site parking at the Shaftesbury office.
• Supportive environment offering study mentorship, ongoing training, and clear progression opportunities.