Senior Bookkeeper

R&A Talent Aquisition Partners Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Bookkeeper to manage a client portfolio with responsibilities including bookkeeping, VAT returns, and team oversight. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of relevant experience in UK practice with knowledge of Xero and VAT. This role is office-based in North London and does not offer sponsorship.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years' work experience in UK practice.
• Experience with VAT and dealing with HMRC.
• Knowledge of VAT schemes and planning.

Responsibilities

• Manage a client portfolio of bookkeeping and VAT returns.
• Bookkeeping on various software programs predominantly Xero.
• Prepare VAT returns and respond to client queries.

Skills

Bookkeeping software - Xero/Sage/Quickbooks

VAT knowledge

Client relationship management

Job description

Overview

Job Title - Senior Bookkeeper

Location - North London (Office Based)

Salary - £40,000-£45,000

Responsibilities

• Responsible for managing a client portfolio of bookkeeping and VAT returns, consisting of both sole trade and incorporated entities covering a wide range of industries.
• Bookkeeping on various software programs but predominantly Xero
• Preparation of VAT returns
• Reviewing work of junior/outsourcing staff
• Responding to client queries
• Ensuring trial balances are complete in preparation for handing over to accounts department
• Registering and deregistering for VAT

Qualifications

• At least 5 years\' work experience in UK practice of:
• Bookkeeping software - Xero/Sage/Quickbooks
• VAT - experience of dealing with HMRC, knowledge of VAT schemes and some experience of VAT planning

This role does not offer sponsorship and you must have full rights to work in the UK