About this role
Location: Southend-on-Sea
Salary: Up to £38,000 DOE
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
A well-established and growing accountancy practice is seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to join their busy team based in Southend-on-Sea.
This is an excellent opportunity for a confident bookkeeping professional looking to take ownership of a varied client portfolio within a friendly and supportive practice environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients across various sectors
- Preparing and submitting VAT returns
- Bank and balance sheet reconciliations
- Processing and reviewing client records
- Assisting with the preparation of management accounts
- Liaising directly with clients and resolving bookkeeping queries
- Supporting junior team members where required
- Working with cloud-based accounting software including Xero, QuickBooks and Sage
Requirements
- Previous bookkeeping experience within an accountancy practice
- Strong knowledge of VAT and bookkeeping procedures
- Experience using Xero, QuickBooks and/or Sage
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build client relationships
- Ability to work independently and manage deadlines effectively
What's on Offer
- Salary up to £38,000 depending on experience
- Office-based role in Southend-on-Sea
- Friendly and supportive team environment
- Varied and interesting client portfolio
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Attendance at the Kent office approximately once per month
If you're an experienced Bookkeeper looking for your next challenge within a successful and growing accountancy practice, we'd love to hear from you.
To apply or find out more, please contact Lauren Hunsdon at Reed Accountancy Practice.