Job Opportunity: Bookkeeper (Accountancy Practice)
Location: Surrey
Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time
Sector: Accountancy Practice / Business Services
TPF Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a growing and forward-thinking accountancy practice that is looking to recruit an experienced bookkeeper to join its expanding team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced bookkeeping professional who enjoys managing client relationships, reviewing work and supporting businesses with their bookkeeping, VAT and management accounting requirements. The role offers significant client contact and the opportunity to play a key role in the firm's digital and cloud accounting services.
The Role
You will manage a portfolio of clients and act as their primary point of contact for bookkeeping, VAT and management accounting matters.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Managing a portfolio of business services clients
- Acting as the main point of contact for client queries and day-to-day communication
- Monitoring WIP, billing and assisting with fee discussions
- Reviewing bookkeeping work completed by outsourced teams
- Reviewing and submitting VAT returns
- Coordinating bookkeeping assignments and reviewing completed work
- Preparing and reviewing management accounts
- Peer reviewing colleagues' work within the department
- Leading Xero conversions and cloud accounting implementations
- Training clients on Xero and other cloud-based software
- Supporting clients with MTD for ITSA requirements and submissions
- Building strong relationships with clients and providing proactive support
RequirementsThe Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will likely have:
- Previous experience within an accountancy practice environment
- Strong bookkeeping and VAT compliance knowledge
- Experience preparing and reviewing management accounts
- Good knowledge of Xero and cloud accounting software
- Experience reviewing work and supporting junior team members
- Strong organisational and client management skills
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
- A proactive and technology-focused approach
BenefitsWhat's on Offer
- Exposure to a varied and interesting client portfolio
- Significant client-facing responsibility
- Opportunity to work with modern cloud accounting technology
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Excellent progression opportunities within a growing practice
Practice Bookkeeper (Management Accounts and VAT) employer: Confidential
As a leading employer in the data centre operations sector, we offer an exceptional work environment that prioritises employee growth and development. Our collaborative culture fosters innovation and accountability, while our commitment to safety and operational excellence ensures that you will be part of a team that values your contributions. With opportunities for international travel and the chance to lead critical operations across the EMEA region, this role provides a unique platform for impactful leadership and career advancement.
