Senior Bookkeeper – Diverse Client Practice (Ilford)

Sheridan Maine (Midlands); Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheridan Maine is working with a well-established chartered accountancy practice in Ilford to recruit an experienced Bookkeeper. You will manage bookkeeping for a diverse client portfolio and keep financial records up to date in a professional, supportive environment.

Your duties include processing invoices, reconciling bank transactions, preparing VAT returns, and assisting with management accounts. You will liaise with clients to resolve queries and work independently to prioritise tasks.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a bookkeeping role.
• Experience within an accountancy practice is desirable.
• Good knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles.
• Experience with VAT returns and reconciliations.
• Good communication skills and a client-focused approach.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining accurate financial records for a portfolio of clients.
• Processing purchase and sales invoices.
• Recording and reconciling bank transactions.
• Completing bank and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Preparing VAT returns.
• Processing journals and other accounting transactions.
• Maintaining accounts payable and receivable records.
• Assisting with the preparation of management accounts.
• Liaising directly with clients to resolve queries and provide support.
• Supporting the wider practice team with accounting and bookkeeping requirements.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Client liaison

Attention to detail

Education

AAT / bookkeeping qualification

Job description

Sheridan Maine is working with a well-established chartered accountancy practice in Ilford to recruit an experienced Bookkeeper. You will manage bookkeeping for a diverse client portfolio and keep financial records up to date in a professional, supportive environment.

Your duties include processing invoices, reconciling bank transactions, preparing VAT returns, and assisting with management accounts. You will liaise with clients to resolve queries and work independently to prioritise tasks.