Senior Bookkeeper

Dickson O'Brien Associates Limited; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing Accounting Practice in Manchester is seeking a Senior Bookkeeper to assist in managing a team, prepare accounts, and ensure client compliance. Candidates should be AAT qualified or ACCA part qualified with at least 2 years of experience in an accounting practice. The role involves managing VAT preparations, dealing with HMRC, and supporting team members. Excellent communication skills and confidence in client interactions are essential. This position offers an exciting opportunity for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in an accounting practice.
• Ability to manage multiple VAT preparations and submissions.
• Experience in bookkeeping and accounts preparation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing a team including trainees.
• Training and development of team members.
• Plan client compliance work.
• Prepare accounts, VAT, etc.
• Manage workflow and work allocation.
• Report to Senior Managers and contribute to meetings.
• Handle external organisations including HMRC.
• Manage client queries.
• Perform general ad hoc duties.

Skills

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

DEXT

Sage Cloud Accounting

Computer Literate

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Client communication confidence

Education

AAT qualified or ACCA part qualified

Job description

Senior Bookkeeper

An exciting and excellent opportunity to become a part of a fast-growing Accounting Practice in Greater Manchester.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the management of a team including trainees
• Assisting in training and development of fellow team members
• Planning the client compliance work
• Preparation of accounts, VAT, etc.
• Managing workflow and work allocation
• Reporting to Senior Managers and contributing to and participating in meetings
• Dealing with external organisations including HMRC
• Managing client queries
• Dealing with general ad hoc duties as and when required

Qualifications and Competencies

• AAT qualified or ACCA part qualified
• 2 years plus experience working in an accounting practice (essential)

Experience in following areas

• Managing multiple VAT preparations and submissions
• Bookkeeping
• Understanding of payroll
• Accounts preparation
• Dealing with client queries
• Meeting with clients and preparing notes
• Dealing with HMRC and third parties
• Supervising and mentoring team members

Skills

• Sage; Xero; QuickBooks; DEXT; Sage Cloud Accounting
• Computer Literate e.g., Excel, Email, Word, PowerPoint, Internet, etc.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills essential
• Confidence in dealing with clients and responding to client queries