Senior Bookkeeper (Part-Time)

TN United Kingdom; Brighton; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and supportive accountancy practice as a Part-Time Senior Bookkeeper. In this role, you'll manage a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring accurate bookkeeping and compliance with VAT legislation. You'll work with a talented team, leveraging cloud-based software to deliver exceptional service. This innovative firm offers flexible working hours, a competitive salary, and clear progression routes, making it an ideal opportunity for experienced bookkeepers looking to enhance their careers in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Free annual flu vaccinations

Flexible start/finish times

Clear progression routes

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of bookkeeping experience, ideally in accountancy.
• Confident using cloud-based software like Xero and QuickBooks.

Responsibilities

• Manage bookkeeping duties for diverse clients using various software.
• Prepare schedules and financial reports, ensuring compliance.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Xero

QuickBooks

VAT legislation

Customer service

Tools

FreeAgent

ClearBooks

Job description

TPF Recruitment is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a highly respected and long-established accountancy practice, currently seeking an experienced Part-Time Senior Bookkeeper to join their dynamic and growing outsourcing team.

This firm’s outsourcing department plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional client service and underpins the success of the wider business. You’ll be joining a team of talented bookkeepers, management accountants, and payroll administrators, where your skills will be highly valued, and your development supported.

The Role

As a Part-Time Senior Bookkeeper, you’ll take ownership of your workload and play an integral part in supporting and guiding the team. Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out bookkeeping duties for a diverse portfolio of clients using software such as Xero, QuickBooks, FreeAgent, and ClearBooks
• Supporting clients with software and bookkeeping queries
• Liaising with clients to ensure timely submission of records and VAT Returns
• Managing and submitting VAT Returns and CIS Returns
• Completing bookkeeping to trial balance, including bank reconciliations, prepayments, accruals, and more
• Preparing relevant schedules and financial reports
• Helping to prioritise team workflows and address any day-to-day issues or queries

Requirements

About You

To succeed in this role, you will be:

• An experienced bookkeeper with 5+ years of experience, ideally within an accountancy practice
• Confident using cloud-based software (Xero, QuickBooks, etc.)
• A strong communicator with excellent customer service skills
• Well-versed in VAT legislation and compliance
• Able to work independently, manage your time effectively, and meet deadlines
• A team player with a proactive approach and keen attention to detail

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Company pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free annual flu vaccinations
• Flexible start/finish times to support work-life balance
• Clear progression routes and development opportunities within a highly supportive team
• Hybrid working options available
• Minimum of 25 hours a week

If you are interested in this opportunity, please do not hesitate to get in contact with Mark Sitton, Senior Recruitment Consultant, for a confidential conversation.