Senior Bookkeeper

Armstrong Knight Ltd; Ilford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading training firm is hiring a Bookkeeper to manage bookkeeping records and ensure VAT compliance for diverse clients. The role involves direct client communication and data analysis using software tools like Sage and Xero. With an emphasis on English proficiency, this position offers both full-time and part-time options, along with a supportive work environment and attractive benefits.

Benefits

23 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company pension

Early finish on Fridays

Regular team events

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience with diverse clients.
• Good knowledge of bookkeeping and VAT.
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated, capable of teamwork or independent work.

Responsibilities

• Maintain bookkeeping records for multiple clients.
• Complete VAT returns and manage reporting.
• Direct client interaction for query resolution.

Skills

Bookkeeping

VAT knowledge

Advanced Excel

Data analysis

English proficiency

Tools

Sage

Xero

Job description

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As a recognised training firm, our client will provide full study and training support with regular reviews, courses, and mentoring within a framework and support structure that will enable you to reach your full potential.

Our client is seeking to recruit a Bookkeeper who has expert knowledge of bookkeeping, VAT, and basic accounting skills, together with a high level of IT skills, particularly on Sage, Xero, and Excel, which are vital to analyze data. You will have direct contact with your own clients both through email and phone, and therefore excellent spoken and written English is imperative.

Job role:

• Maintain bookkeeping records for a variety of clients.
• Review bookkeeping data and complete VAT returns for allocated clients.
• Work on-site if required to update clients' records.
• Direct client involvement - working with the client to solve queries and provide recommendations.
• Assist accountants with the preparation of reports and reconciliations.
• Management reporting.

Salary/Benefits:

• £ based on experience
• 23 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Company pension
• Early finish on Fridays
• Regular team events
• Role either full-time or part-time (3 days+) full days

Requirements:

• 5+ years experience working on/for a variety of different companies
• Good knowledge of bookkeeping packages including Xero, Receipt Bank, and Sage
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and data analysis techniques
• Sound knowledge of complex reconciliations such as CIS and VAT
• Knowledge of Brexit/European VAT aspects such as import, exports, reverse charge, and distance selling rules
• Superb written and spoken English
• Must be highly enthusiastic and self-motivated, can work as part of a team or independently