Senior Bookkeeper/Accountant

Butler Rose Ltd; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing firm of chartered accountants in High Wycombe seeks a Senior Bookkeeper/Accountant to manage a portfolio of clients. The ideal candidate will have 3-4 years in accountancy, ideally AAT qualified, with knowledge of cloud accounting software. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, VAT returns, and providing client support. This role offers competitive salary and a chance to advance your skills in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

£300 referral voucher for successful hires

Continuous skill development

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-4 years' experience in a UK accountancy practice.
• Hands-on experience managing and building client relationships.
• Ability to work independently within a small, collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and reviewing financial statements for clients.
• Completing VAT returns and tax submissions.
• Managing your own client portfolio providing advice and support.

Skills

Cloud accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks)

Client relationship management

Financial reporting

VAT returns knowledge

Education

AAT qualified

Part-way through ACA/ACCA or newly qualified

Job description

Senior Bookkeeper/Accountant - Growing Firm of Chartered Accountants

High Wycombe

£30,000 - £40,000 DOE

We are partnering with a well-established, independent accountancy firm in High Wycombe looking to add a Senior Bookkeeper/Accountant to their team. They offer a wealth of varied experience across accountancy, audit & assurance, taxation, business advisory and client management.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced bookkeeper or accountant to take ownership of their own client portfolio while contributing to the firm's growth.

You’ll Be Doing:

• Preparing and reviewing financial statements and statutory accounts for sole traders and limited companies.
• Full bookkeeping functions including double-entry bookkeeping, financial reporting, and month‑end processes.
• Completing VAT returns and personal and corporation tax submissions.
• Handling capital gains tax matters where applicable.
• Managing your own client portfolio with confidence, providing practical advice and support.
• Supporting junior team members where necessary and liaising directly with clients.

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum 3-4 years' experience in a UK accountancy practice (Semi‑Senior or Senior level).
• Ideally AAT qualified and either part‑way through ACA/ACCA or newly qualified.
• Hands‑on experience managing and building client relationships.
• Strong working knowledge of cloud accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, etc.).
• Professional, proactive, and able to work independently within a small, collaborative team.

This is an excellent chance to join a friendly, growing firm where your experience is valued, and where you can continue to develop your skills across accounts, taxation, and client advisory work.

Interested?

If this sounds like the next step in your career, get in touch with Demetria Petropoulos to find out more - 016 1388 5710/d . petropoulos @ butlerrose . com

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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.