Senior Bookkeeper/Accounts Assistant
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About the Role
📍 Bexhill | Full-Time (Flexible Considered) | Practice
We’re recruiting for a Senior Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant to join a growing and supportive accountancy practice. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong bookkeeping experience who enjoys managing their own portfolio while continuing to develop into accounts work over time.
You’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality bookkeeping, VAT, and management accounts services to a varied client base.
What You’ll Do
Bookkeeping & VAT
- Manage a portfolio of client bookkeeping requirements
- Prepare and submit VAT returns
- Complete CIS returns
- Maintain accurate financial records using cloud software
Accounts Support
- Assist with accounts preparation for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
- Prepare management accounts where required
- Support managers and directors on client assignments
Client & Workflow Management
- Schedule and manage deadlines across your portfolio
- Communicate effectively with clients and internal teams
- Keep managers updated on work progress
- Work independently while maintaining high standards
What We’re Looking For
- 3–5 years’ bookkeeping experience (ideally within practice)
- Strong knowledge of VAT and bookkeeping processes
- Experience with Xero, QuickBooks, and Microsoft Office
- AAT (or studying) desirable but not essential
- Organised with strong time management skills
- Confident communicator with a proactive approach
- Able to work independently and manage multiple deadlines
What’s on Offer
- Salary: £27,000 – £32,000
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Auto-enrolment pension
- Generous social events
- Flexible working patterns considered (min. 30 hours / 4 days)
- Genuine career progression opportunities
- Supportive and friendly team environment
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If you’re a strong bookkeeper looking to step into a broader role with development into accounts, we’d love to hear from you.
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