Practice Bookkeeper

Time Appointments Ltd; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym

Hybrid remote working

Flexible working

Job summary

Time Appointments are recruiting on behalf of a trusted Accountancy Firm in Colchester for an experienced Bookkeeper. This is a fantastic opportunity in a supportive environment that values accuracy and client service.

You will manage a portfolio of small business clients, prepare VAT returns, and produce management accounts, with hybrid working options and an on-site gym as part of an attractive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in bookkeeping or accounting, preferably in an accountancy practice.
• Experience managing multiple client portfolios across businesses.
• Strong technical bookkeeping knowledge up to trial balance.
• Experience preparing VAT returns and management accounts.
• Excellent attention to detail and methodical data handling.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; identify discrepancies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with clients.
• Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines in a busy environment.
• Strong IT skills, especially Excel; experience with bookkeeping software.
• Proactive, organized; able to work independently and in a team.
• AAT qualification or equivalent; practical experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Manage portfolio of small business clients for bookkeeping and accounting services.
• Review and prepare accounts to trial balance.
• Prepare VAT returns and perform bank reconciliations.
• Prepare management accounts and maintain fixed asset register.
• Liaise with clients and resolve queries; ensure accuracy and deadlines.

Skills

Bookkeeping

VAT returns

Trial balance

Bank reconciliation

Management accounts

Excel

Client communication

Time management

Teamwork

Education

AAT qualification

Accounting qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Time Appointments are recruiting on behalf of a trusted Accountancy Firm based in Colchester, who are currently recruiting for an experienced Bookkeeper. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is seeking a fantastic working environment and a company that truly values their employees.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Managing a portfolio of small business clients for all bookkeeping and accounting services
• Reviewing and preparing accounts to trial balance
• Prepayments and accruals
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Bank reconciliation, purchase ledger, sales ledger and credit control
• Management accounts preparation
• Fixed asset register maintenance
• Dealing with and resolving queries
• Bookkeeping quality control

Skills & Experience Required:

• Proven experience working in a bookkeeping or accounting role, preferably within an accountancy practice
• Experience managing a portfolio of clients and working across multiple businesses
• Strong technical bookkeeping knowledge, with the ability to work confidently through to trial balance
• Practical experience preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Experience preparing management accounts
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to financial data
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence dealing directly with clients
• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a busy environment
• Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel, with experience using accounting/bookkeeping software
• A proactive and organised approach, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a wider team
• A commitment to maintaining accuracy, confidentiality and high professional standards
• An AAT qualification or equivalent accounting/bookkeeping qualification would be advantageous, although relevant practical experience will also be considered.

In addition to an exceptional working environment, you will receive a set of brilliant benefits including an on-site gym, flexibility and hybrid remote working