Bookkeeper

Role: Bookkeeper
Location: York
Salary: £35,000 (DOE)

A well-established and respected accountancy practice is looking to strengthen its team with an experienced Bookkeeper following continued demand for its services.

This is a great opportunity for someone with solid bookkeeping experience who enjoys working with clients and is looking for a varied role within a supportive accountancy practice.

The role would suit someone who is confident working independently, has strong attention to detail and enjoys using modern cloud accounting software to support a varied client base.

Benefits of the Bookkeeper job include:

• £35,000 annual salary (dependant on experience)
• Study support
• Hybrid & Flexible working
• Healthcare support
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Company pension scheme
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Recognition and development opportunities
• Genuine career progression
• Opportunity to work with a varied portfolio of clients

Responsibilities of the Bookkeeper job include:

• Maintaining accurate bookkeeping records for a portfolio of clients
• Using cloud accounting software to keep client records up to date
• Reconciling bank accounts and investigating any discrepancies
• Maintaining accurate ledgers
• Processing invoices and supplier payments
• Preparing VAT returns for review
• Ensuring client records are complete and accurate
• Assisting with management accounts and financial reporting
• Working confidently with Xero, Dext and Microsoft 365
• Dealing directly with clients and responding to day-to-day bookkeeping queries
• Building and maintaining positive client relationships
• Working closely with Accountants and Managers to provide an excellent level of client service

Requirements of the Bookkeeper job include:

• Previous bookkeeping experience, ideally within an accountancy practice
• A bookkeeping qualification would be desirable
• AAT Level 3 would be preferred but is not essential
• Good experience using Xero
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Experience with cloud accounting software
• Good understanding of bank reconciliations, ledgers and VAT
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong organisational skills
• Confident communicating with clients
• Able to work both independently and as part of a wider team
• A positive and proactive approach to your work

This is a great opportunity for a Bookkeeper looking to join a supportive and forward-thinking practice, with the flexibility to develop their skills further and progress their career over time.

The firm is not overly rigid on qualification and would consider someone with strong practical bookkeeping experience who can demonstrate the right technical ability, attention to detail and attitude.

How to apply for the Bookkeeper job:

If you're an experienced Bookkeeper looking for a new opportunity within an established accountancy practice, please click APPLY or contact Elliot at Castle Accountancy on [email protected] or 01723 347798 for further details.