Practice - Bookkeeper (Rochdale, Greater Manchester)

Supreme Search Specialists; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

On-site parking

Referral programme

Job summary

Supreme Search Specialists in Rochdale is seeking a dedicated Bookkeeper to join a growing accountancy practice. The role is full-time with a salary of £24,000 to £26,000 and on-site parking. You will work with accountants on bookkeeping and VAT tasks using Xero, QuickBooks, Sage and FreeAgent, preparing VAT returns and management accounts.

AAT qualification is preferred. Two years of bookkeeping experience and strong attention to detail are essential, with good UK tax knowledge and the ability

Qualifications

• Two years of bookkeeping experience, preferably in a practice.
• Good understanding of UK tax and VAT.
• Strong communication and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with accountants to support clients with bookkeeping and VAT tasks.
• Record financial transactions accurately and timely.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns to HMRC.
• Produce management accounts.
• Respond to client queries and provide bookkeeping support.
• Perform system checks and resolve issues.

Skills

Bookkeeping

VAT knowledge

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

FreeAgent

Job description

Bookkeeper Job in Rochdale - Salary £24,000 to £26,000 - Full Time

Join a growing accountancy practice with excellent progression opportunities

We are working with a well-established accountancy firm in Rochdale that is looking for a Bookkeeper to join their team. This is a full-time, permanent role offering £24,000 to £26,000, on-site parking, a company pension and the chance to develop your skills within a supportive practice environment.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Competitive salary starting at £24,000
• Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours
• On-site parking and strong local reputation
• Broad variety of client work
• Real opportunities to grow within a practice setting

What You Will Do

You will work closely with the accountants to support clients across a range of bookkeeping and VAT tasks. Your work will include:

• Bookkeeping using Xero, QuickBooks, Sage and FreeAgent
• Accurate financial transaction recording
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns to HMRC
• Producing management accounts
• Responding to client queries and providing bookkeeping support
• Carrying out system checks and resolving issues
• General practice administration

What You Need

• At least two years of bookkeeping experience. Practice experience is preferred
• Good understanding of UK tax and VAT
• Confident using Microsoft Office and cloud accounting software
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Good attention to detail and able to manage your workload
• AAT qualification or above is preferred but not essential
• Comfortable working independently and within a team

Benefits

• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Referral programme