Senior Bookkeeper | AAT Qualified | £35,000–£40,000 per annum
The Opportunity
We are a growing, independent accountancy practice based in Milton Keynes, recognised for delivering tailored accountancy and advisory services and for building long-term client relationships. Due to continued growth, we are now seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to join our supportive and collaborative team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive bookkeeper to manage a varied client portfolio, play a key role within the team, and support the development of junior staff.
The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm, with hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days from home).
Key Responsibilities
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Balance sheet reconciliations including bank, VAT, credit cards, receivables, payables, payroll, CIS, intercompany, loans, and other balance sheet items
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Processing supplier bills and expenses
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Managing supplier payments
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Credit control
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Preparing and reviewing VAT returns
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Facilitating and managing software integrations
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Supporting year-end accounts preparation
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Daily communication with clients and responding to ad-hoc requests
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Reviewing work completed by team members
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Managing a varied portfolio of clients
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Maintaining strong client relationships
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Supporting, training, and developing junior members of the team
Skills & Experience Required
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5+ years’ bookkeeping experience (essential), ideally gained within an accountancy practice
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Strong experience managing bookkeeping duties through to trial balance
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Excellent VAT knowledge, with confidence in preparing and reviewing VAT returns
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Previous experience working within accountancy practice, managing multiple clients and deadlines
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Strong working knowledge of Xero (essential); experience with Sage and QuickBooks is desirable
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High level of attention to detail and accuracy
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Confident and professional client-facing manner
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Ability to think proactively and provide practical solutions to client challenges
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Health Assured Programme and sick pay
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Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
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Bonus scheme
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Supportive and collaborative team culture
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Clear opportunities for career progression and development
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Training provided