Bookkeeper

Service Care Solutions - Legal

Posted 20 hours ago, valid for 15 days

Blackburn, Lancashire BB1 8PE

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The role is for a Bookkeeper at a Chartered Accountancy based in Blackburn, offering a permanent position with a salary range of £24,000 to £30,000 depending on experience.
The working hours are Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 17:00, totaling 37.5 hours per week.
Candidates should have previous bookkeeping experience in an accountancy practice or industry and ideally be AAT qualified or qualified by experience.
Key responsibilities include preparing bookkeeping and VAT returns, maintaining accurate records, and liaising with clients to build strong relationships.
Excellent communication skills and familiarity with accounting software such as Xero and Sage are essential for this position.

BookkeeperChartered AccountancyMonday to Friday 09:00-17:00 (37.5 Hours per week)Blackburn BasedPermanent Role £24,000 - £30,000 Dependent on ExperienceResponsibilities:

Preparation of clients bookkeeping and quarterly vat returns, using accounting software particularly Xero, Sage, Microsoft Word and Excel, (weekly, monthly, quarterly).
Confirming that records are up-to-date and accurate reports are delivered to clients in a timely fashion.
Ensuring the VAT returns are correct and submitted on time in line with HMRC.
Provide support to the accounting team.
Liaising regularly with clients, developing strong, long-term relationships.
Knowledge of payroll including HMRC PAYE and dealing with the auto enrolment pension process.

Person Specification/Experience:

Previous bookkeeping experience gained within in accountancy practice or from within an accounts function in industry.
Qualified by experience or AAT qualified.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate with clients, colleagues and HMRC.
Previous practical knowledge of accounting systems such as QuickBooks, Xero or Sage is essential.
Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in data entry and financial record-keeping.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
Good communicator at all levels

Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.If this role is of interest, please just respond to this advert with an up to date copy of your CV or call Jake on

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