Senior Bookkeeper & Team Lead Xero Expert, Flexible Hours

Office Angles UK; Taunton; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Bookkeeper in Taunton. The role involves managing and mentoring a team, overseeing daily bookkeeping activities, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Successful candidates will have prior bookkeeping experience, strong Xero skills, and a knack for leadership. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment. Join a values-driven team that truly values its members.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Additional leave for birthday and Christmas

Financial support for professional qualifications

Annual reviews and bonus scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

On-site gym and facilities

Qualifications

• Prior bookkeeping experience required, ideally in a practice or multi-client setting.
• Strong skills in Xero are essential; knowledge of QuickBooks is a plus.
• Experience preparing VAT and C.I.S returns is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily bookkeeping for multiple clients using Xero and QuickBooks.
• Manage and mentor a team of junior bookkeepers.
• Prepare and review VAT and C.I.S returns.

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

Xero skills

VAT preparation experience

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Team player

Leadership experience

Education

AAT Level 3+ or equivalent experience

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Bookkeeper in Taunton. The role involves managing and mentoring a team, overseeing daily bookkeeping activities, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Successful candidates will have prior bookkeeping experience, strong Xero skills, and a knack for leadership. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment. Join a values-driven team that truly values its members.