Senior Bookkeeper

R&A Talent Aquisition Partners Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm is seeking a Senior Bookkeeper/Bookkeeper Manager to manage a diverse client portfolio, handle bookkeeping tasks primarily using Xero, and prepare VAT returns. Candidates must have 6-8 years of experience in accountancy, strong VAT knowledge, and the ability to work without sponsorship in the UK. The position is office-based in Barnet.

Qualifications

• At least 6-8 years' work experience in an accountancy practice.
• Experience with bookkeeping software like Xero, Sage, or Quickbooks.
• Knowledge of VAT schemes and HMRC regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage a client portfolio of bookkeeping and VAT returns.
• Preparation and review of VAT returns.
• Ensure trial balances are complete for accounts handover.
• Respond to client queries.

Skills

Xero

Bookkeeping

VAT Knowledge

Sage

Quickbooks

Job description

Title - Senior Bookkeeper/ Bookkeeper Manager

Location - Barnet

Salary - £40,000

This is an office based position.

Senior bookkeeper

• 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

At least 6-8 years' work experience in an accountancy 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 any sponsorship package, you must have full rights to work in the UK please.