We are recruiting for an Experienced Bookkeeper to join a friendly and growing accountancy practice based in Chelmsford. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice Bookkeeper who enjoys managing a varied workload and working with a diverse portfolio of clients. You’ll be joining a small, collaborative team with a modern approach to accounting and a strong focus on using technology to provide an efficient, high-quality service.
The position offers flexible working hours and a hybrid working arrangement, with four days per week based in the Chelmsford office.
Bookkeeper Benefits
- Salary of £27,000 – £30,000
- Hybrid working – 1 day working from home
- 37.5-hour working week
- Flexible working hours
- 20 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
- Permanent, full-time position
- Friendly, collaborative working environment
- Modern, technology-focused accountancy practice
- Varied client portfolio
Bookkeeper Responsibilities
- You will provide day-to-day bookkeeping support across a portfolio of clients
- Processing purchase and sales invoices
- Managing purchase ledger payment runs
- Processing regular and urgent payments
- Recording and posting bank transactions
- Managing bank feeds and completing bank reconciliations
- Reviewing debtor and creditor reports and ensuring accuracy
- Preparing cash reports showing client cash movements
- Preparing rental statements
- Preparing VAT returns for review
- Responding to client queries and other ad hoc requirements
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records
Bookkeeper Requirements
- We are looking for someone with a strong background in accountancy practice who can confidently manage their own bookkeeping workload.
- Minimum 3 years' accountancy practice experience
- Proven bookkeeping experience
- Strong hands-on knowledge of Xero
- Experience using Dext
- Experience preparing VAT returns
- Strong bank reconciliation experience
- Purchase and sales ledger experience
- Good Microsoft Office skills
- Strong IT skills and the ability to learn new systems
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and manage your workload
- A bookkeeping qualification or be qualified by experience
This would be an excellent opportunity for an experienced Bookkeeper looking to join a supportive Chelmsford accountancy practice offering flexibility and the opportunity to work with a varied client base.
Apply now, we look forward to hearing from you.
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