Senior Bookkeeper

Tec Partners Limited; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative accountancy firm in Bury St Edmunds seeks a Cloud Accountant to manage a portfolio of clients. The role involves hands-on support, compliance responsibilities, and advisory services. Ideal candidates have strong experience, are AAT qualified or studying ACCA, and possess knowledge of accounting tools like Xero and QuickBooks. The firm offers hybrid working, structured training, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Hybrid working and flexible hours

Structured training and development programmes

Monthly team events and social activities

Private medical cover

Performance bonus

Clear progression opportunities

Qualifications

• QBE with strong relevant experience.
• Previous experience in an accountancy practice setting.
• Client-first approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage bookkeeping and transactional processes for a portfolio of clients.
• Prepare management accounts, VAT returns and cashflow forecasts.
• Liaise directly with clients on financial operations.
• Lead on implementation of cloud accounting systems.
• Provide guidance to junior team members.

Skills

Strong relevant experience

Confident communicator

Strong working knowledge of Xero

Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks

Strong working knowledge of Excel

Enthusiastic and ambitious

Education

AAT qualified or actively studying towards ACCA

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

Job Description

NXTGEN is delighted to be partnering with an exciting accountancy firm in Bury St Edmunds to recruit a Cloud Accountant. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a modern and fast-growing team within a practice that's truly breaking the mould. With a continually expanding client base and an experienced energetic team this role offers the kind of variety and exposure rarely found in the local market including direct access to high-value and complex clients.

As Cloud Accountant you’ll take ownership of a select portfolio of clients ensuring they receive a first‑class service. You’ll deliver hands‑on support across a broad range of responsibilities including accounts preparation, bookkeeping, management accounts, VAT and tax returns. You’ll also play a key role in digital transformation projects advising clients on the implementation and optimisation of cloud accounting systems to drive efficiency and performance.

This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys a balance of hands‑on technical work and advisory support and who thrives in a fast‑paced tech‑focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage bookkeeping and transactional processes for a portfolio of exciting growth‑focused clients
• Prepare accurate management accounts, VAT returns and cashflow forecasts
• Liaise directly with clients to support their day‑to‑day financial operations
• Collaborate with a respected Partner on high‑value client work and technical queries
• Lead on the implementation and optimisation of cloud accounting systems such as Xero and QuickBooks
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members helping to nurture future talent

What this client is looking for

• QBE with strong relevant experience; AAT qualified or actively studying towards ACCA
• Previous experience in an accountancy practice setting is essential for this role
• Confident communicator with a client‑first approach
• Strong working knowledge of Xero, QuickBooks and Excel
• Enthusiastic and ambitious

What’s on Offer

• Hybrid working and flexible hours
• Structured training and development programmes
• Friendly and modern office environment
• Monthly team events and social activities
• Private medical cover and performance bonus
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing firm

If you’re looking for a role where you’ll be a valued member of a modern and forward‑thinking team with the opportunity to work on complex clients, be supported in your career and truly make an impact, this could be your next step. If you’d like to learn more please get in touch with Annie for a confidential chat.

Salary dependent on experience.

Required Experience: Senior IC

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Vacancy: 1