Senior Bookkeeper in Colchester

Senior Bookkeeper in Colchester

Colchester Full-Time 25000 - 32000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Spider Web Recruitment Ltd

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Oversee bookkeeping responsibilities, manage ledgers, and prepare VAT returns.
  • Company: Spider is an expanding bookkeeping practice based in Witham, Essex.
  • Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary of £30,000, 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, and a company pension.
  • Other info: Role requires occasional travel to client sites across Essex and London.
  • Why this job: Join a growing team that values professionalism and exceptional client care.
  • Qualifications: Must have AAT Level 3 and at least three years of practical bookkeeping experience.

The predicted salary is between 25000 - 32000 £ per year.

Spider is advertising for a Senior Bookkeeper for an expanding bookkeeping practice. They are seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to join their team on a permanent basis, either on a full-time or part-time basis for the right candidate. The role is primarily office-based in Witham, Essex, with occasional travel to client sites across Essex and London.

Fantastic company benefits include:

  • Competitive Salary: £30,000 per annum
  • Holiday: 20 days plus 8 days bank holidays
  • Additional: Company Pension, Free Parking, Team Building Events

About the role:

The successful Senior Bookkeeper will oversee a wide range of bookkeeping responsibilities and requires a high level of professionalism, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively. You will deal directly with clients, delivering accurate and reliable bookkeeping support. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing practice and contribute to their continued success. Working hours for this role are Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 5pm.

Main responsibilities and Duties:

  • Complete double-entry bookkeeping, manage sales and purchase ledgers, and maintain accurate financial records.
  • Prepare VAT returns, monitor bank accounts, and track cash flow.
  • Manage payroll and CIS duties for clients.
  • Prepare management accounts and financial reports.
  • Communicate professionally with clients and internal team members, and carry out general administrative tasks as required.
  • Work confidently with multiple accounting platforms (Sage 50 & Sage 200, QuickBooks Online, Xero, Dext, FreeAgent, Hubdoc, BrightPay) and Microsoft applications, including strong Excel skills.

About you:

As a Senior Bookkeeper, you will be professional, approachable, and able to work accurately and confidently. Experienced in working with accounting software, you will hold a minimum of AAT Level 3 and have at least three years’ practical bookkeeping experience within an accountancy or bookkeeping practice. You will be well-presented, adaptable, and flexible, with a positive mindset and a commitment to exceeding client expectations. A clean driving licence and access to your own transport is essential due to occasional client site visits.

Why them:

They are an expanding and growing bookkeeping practice who deliver comprehensive financial services to a diverse client base. Taking pride in their high standards of professionalism, precision, and exceptional client care. The team offers a friendly and supportive working environment, valuing positivity, flexibility, and a proactive can-do attitude.

Senior Bookkeeper in Colchester employer: Spider Web Recruitment Ltd

Spider offers a friendly and supportive working environment in Witham, Essex. Employees enjoy benefits like free parking and team-building events while working with a diverse client base. The team prides itself on high standards of professionalism and exceptional client care.

Spider Web Recruitment Ltd

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We think you need these skills to ace Senior Bookkeeper in Colchester

Double-entry Bookkeeping
Sales and Purchase Ledgers Management
VAT Returns Preparation
Payroll Management
CIS Duties Management
Management Accounts Preparation
Financial Reporting