Senior Bookkeeper - Maternity Cover (Essex/London)

Spider; Essex; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing bookkeeping company in Essex is seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper on a temporary, full-time basis. You will manage various bookkeeping functions, maintain accurate financial records, and communicate directly with clients. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience and AAT Level 3 qualification. This role offers a competitive salary and excellent company benefits, and it may evolve into a permanent position.

Benefits

Competitive salary

20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Free parking

Qualifications

• Minimum of AAT Level 3 qualification.
• At least 3 years of practical bookkeeping experience.
• Personable, professional, and able to work accurately.

Responsibilities

• Complete double-entry bookkeeping and maintain accurate financial records.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and monitor bank accounts.
• Manage payroll and CIS duties for clients.
• Produce management accounts and financial reports.
• Communicate professionally with clients.
• Work confidently with multiple accounting platforms.

Skills

Double-entry bookkeeping

Client communication

Attention to detail

Sage

QuickBooks Online

Xero

Excel

Education

AAT Level 3

Tools

Sage

QuickBooks Online

Xero

Dext

FreeAgent

Hubdoc

BrightPay

Job description

A growing bookkeeping company in Essex is seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper on a temporary, full-time basis. You will manage various bookkeeping functions, maintain accurate financial records, and communicate directly with clients. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience and AAT Level 3 qualification. This role offers a competitive salary and excellent company benefits, and it may evolve into a permanent position.