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.
Benefits:
Competitive remuneration package
Small team, quiet work environment within a rural setting
Pension
This is a Permanent Position - Full/Part Time (full time preferred) - Monday - Friday - Between 9am - 5pm (37.5hrs)
Own transport essential due to the location