Senior Bookkeeper

Protalent; Lewes; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading practice in Sussex is looking for an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to join their team. This permanent role involves providing Xero bookkeeping and VAT services, preparing management accounts, and training junior staff. The ideal candidate has an AAT qualification, experience in Xero, and strong client interaction skills. The firm offers competitive salary and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Friendly team atmosphere

Qualifications

• Experience with Xero bookkeeping required.
• Previous VAT or bookkeeping experience is essential.
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide VAT services to clients.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly VAT returns.
• Maintain accurate records of day-to-day operations.

Skills

Xero bookkeeping

Client interaction skills

Organised and efficient

Strong problem-solving skills

Education

AAT qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Are you an experienced Senior Bookkeeper? - Permanent - Practice based in the heart of Sussex

Our client is exciting Practice based in East Sussex who are looking for an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to join their current team. The successful applicant will bring with them a passion for cloud based bookkeeping and management accounts for a wide variety of clients and a desire to excel in their career.
Your role:

• Providing Xero Bookkeeping and VAT services to their portfolio of clients.
• Preparation of VAT returns, both monthly and quarterly.
• Preparation of CIS returns.
• Providing monthly management accounts and supporting company directors with the required information and reports
• Ensuring accurate records are kept of their day-to-day operations.
• Maintaining contact with clients, HMRC and other advisors.
• Training and developing the more junior members of the team.
• Other ad hoc duties within the role.

The Ideal Candidate:

• AAT qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience of Xero bookkeeping.
• Previous VAT or Bookkeeping experience.
• A good understanding of the corporate services sector.
• Strong client interaction skills.
• Organised and efficient with strong attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and decision-making skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

In return, the client offers a:

• Permanent role with a competitive salary.
• Friendly and hard-working team atmosphere.
• Excellent support and opportunities for career development.
• Opportunity to gain new skills and meet new challenges.
• Working with an excellent client base.

If you are an experienced Senior Bookkeeper with a passion for the Corporate Services sector, then please submit your CV or call ProTalent directly.