Senior Xero Bookkeeper - VAT & Client Accounts

Dickson O'Brien; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Dickson O'Brien in Manchester is seeking a Senior Bookkeeper to manage a diverse client portfolio, handling bookkeeping and VAT returns for sole traders and limited companies across industries.

You will use Xero as the primary software, respond to client queries, ensure trial balances are ready for accounts handover, and assist with VAT registrations. The role requires work rights in the UK and experience in a practice setting, with strong communication and independence.

Qualifications

• Experience in an accountancy practice is preferred.
• Proficient with VAT schemes and HMRC submissions.
• Able to prepare and hand over trial balances to accounts teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage a client portfolio of bookkeeping and VAT returns.
• Prepare VAT returns and liaise with HMRC when required.
• Respond to client queries and ensure trial balances are complete for handover.

Skills

Bookkeeping

VAT returns

Xero

Client communication

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

Job description

Dickson O'Brien in Manchester is seeking a Senior Bookkeeper to manage a diverse client portfolio, handling bookkeeping and VAT returns for sole traders and limited companies across industries.

You will use Xero as the primary software, respond to client queries, ensure trial balances are ready for accounts handover, and assist with VAT registrations. The role requires work rights in the UK and experience in a practice setting, with strong communication and independence.