Permanent Full/Part Time (full time preferred) Monday Friday Between 9am 5pm (37.5hrs)

Due to our continued growth and expansion, we are currently seeking a skilled Senior Bookkeeper/Accountant to join our team. You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of bookkeeping clients from a broad range of industry sectors and will play a crucial role in maintaining accurate financial records and providing valuable insights to our clients.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in both Xero and Sage, a strong understanding of financial management within a dynamic business environment and must possess high attention to detail.

Role (to include but not exhaustive)

• Preparation of statutory accounts for sole traders, limited companies and partnerships
• Monthly management accounts preparation to include profit and losses and balance sheets
• Preparation and Submission of VAT Returns
• Preparation and submission of CIS returns
• Reconcile bank statements and credit card statements
• Oversee and accurately input daily financial transactions, including invoices, payments, and expenses, into accounting software to maintain up-to-date and error-free ledgers.
• Cash flow and budgeting management and forecasting
• Prepare Schedules for prepayments, accruals
• Prepare and manage fixed asset registers and post depreciation
• Stock control
• Preparation of payroll runs Sage Payroll
• New Company set ups withing Xero, Sage and Sage Payroll
• Pension submissions and ensuring compliance with the Pension regulator
• Liaising with HMRC
• Dealing with client queries
• Ensure confidentiality of sensitive client data

Candidate Requirements:

• Competent using Excel, Word and Outlook
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and familiarity with CIS and VAT rules and regulations
• A minimum of 3 years proven experience and knowledge of a similar role
• Strong knowledge and experience with Sage 50 Accounts, Sage Cloud Accounts, Xero and Sage Payroll
• Highly organised and self-motivated
• Accurate and high attention to detail
• Able to work independently and prioritise tasks effectively to meet deadlines
• AAT qualified, but we will also consider applicants part-qualified or qualified by experience.

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