Senior Bookkeeper- Chandler's Ford

Xeinadin Group; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing accountancy firm is seeking a Senior Bookkeeper in Chandlers Ford to manage daily bookkeeping tasks. Candidates should be AAT qualified or ACCA part qualified with 2–3 years of experience. The role offers competitive salary and various employee benefits including a pension scheme and enhanced annual leave policies.

Benefits

Company Pension Scheme

25 days of annual leave + bank holidays

Life Assurance x4 annual salary

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible Benefits platform

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of bookkeeping experience, ideally within an accountancy practice.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping activities.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Perform regular bank and balance sheet reconciliations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client-focused

Team-oriented

Strong communication skills

Education

AAT qualified or ACCA part qualified

Tools

Xero

Excel

Job description

Vacancy Name Senior Bookkeeper- Chandler's Ford

Vacancy No VN1766

Employment Type Permanent

Duration N/A

Location City Chandler's Ford

Location Country United Kingdom

Company Description Xeinadin was established in 2019 when a number of leading business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re‑imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward‑thinking, close‑knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It's our people who drive our business forward, and we offer them future‑focused career opportunities whilst supporting individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 3000 colleagues operate collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential.

Description

We are currently seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join our growing team in Chandlers Ford, in this role you will be responsible for managing day‑to‑day bookkeeping activities, producing management reports, and supporting clients with accurate, insightful financial information. You will play a key role in delivering outstanding service and helping our clients thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately complete day‑to‑day bookkeeping tasks, ensuring timely and high‑quality delivery.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns in line with deadlines.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Liaise with clients in a professional and supportive manner.
• Produce management reports to support clients in understanding their financial position.
• Use software such as Xero and Excel to streamline processes and ensure accurate reporting.
• Adhere to accounting standards.
• Meet deadlines and time budgets.
• Develop and maintain good client relations.

Key Requirements

• AAT qualified or ACCA part qualified
• Minimum 2–3 years of Bookkeeping experience, ideally within an accountancy practice.
• Use software such as Xero and Excel to streamline processes and ensure accurate reporting.

Additional Requirements

• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Team oriented, collaborative, and client‑focused with a commitment to continuous personal development.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Carrying out tasks with a high degree of efficiency and accuracy.

Model

Office Based

Salary

Competitive

Benefits

• Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
• Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority
• Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum
• Business closure over Christmas*
• Life Assurance x4 annual salary
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 support, free and confidential
• Corporate Discounts Platform
• Flexible Benefits platform with ability to opt‑in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self‑funded at corporate rates) such as:
• PMI single or family
• Critical Illness Cover
• Cash plan
• Cycle to work
• Eye care
• Dental

*subject to exceptions and business needs