At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage client bookkeeping, prepare VAT returns, and ensure financial accuracy.
- Company: Award-winning bookkeeping practice with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, and opportunities for training and development.
- Other info: Flexible working arrangements and regular team support to help you thrive.
- Why this job: Join a friendly team and grow your skills while working from home.
- Qualifications: ICB Level 2 or AAT Level 2 qualification and bookkeeping experience required.
The predicted salary is between 26000 - 30000 £ per year.
Exciting Opportunity: Bookkeeper
Cashtrak is an established, award-winning bookkeeping practice looking for a talented and motivated Bookkeeper to join our friendly, close-knit team. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow with a practice that genuinely invests in its people - offering flexible working around core hours, real development opportunities, and a team culture built on integrity, trust, and a shared love of getting things right.
The Role
You'll be taking ownership of a portfolio of bookkeeping clients, keeping monthly and quarterly records in order, preparing VAT returns, and ensuring clients' financial records are accurate and up to date. You'll work closely with the wider team, attending regular one-to-ones and team meetings, and following our well-established practice procedures.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Monthly and quarterly bookkeeping for a varied client portfolio
- Preparation and submission of VAT returns
- Journals and bookkeeping adjustments as required
- Communicating directly with clients in a professional and helpful manner
- Working within our practice management systems and document capture software
- Responding to client queries in a professional and timely manner
- Assisting with year-end preparation and supporting colleagues and/or accountants as required
What We're Looking For
Qualifications & Experience
- Minimum ICB Level 2 or AAT Level 2 qualification (or equivalent)
- At least 6 months' experience working within the bookkeeping or accounting industry
- Competent and confident with Xero - our primary software
- Comfortable with Microsoft Office applications
- Experience with QuickBooks would make you a strong candidate
The Kind of Person You Are
- Has exceptional attention to detail and takes real pride in accuracy
- Brings honesty, integrity, and transparency to everything they do
- Loves learning and stays curious about changes in legislation and software
- Has a great attitude towards client service and enjoys building relationships
- Thrives on problem solving and isn't fazed by a challenge
- Is happy to follow processes - and even help improve them
Working Arrangements
- Full-time contract with core hours agreed to fall within the working week
- Predominantly home-based with flexibility to suit your life
- During the initial phase (up to 6 months), you will be expected to work from our office 2-3 times per week while you become familiar with our clients, systems, and the way we work - we find in-person onboarding makes a real difference
- Must be able to drive and be based within Buckinghamshire or Berkshire.
Salary & Benefits
- £26,000 - £30,000 per annum, depending on experience
- Flexible working hours
- Predominantly home-based role - a real advantage over many comparable positions
- Genuine opportunities for training, development, and progression within the practice
- Supportive, experienced team around you from day one
- Regular team meetings and one-to-ones to help you grow and feel connected
Closing date for applications: 9th October 2026. Interviews will be completed by 23rd October 2026. Cashtrak is an equal opportunities employer.
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