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Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant

Butler Rose
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 2 days
Location

Leighton Buzzard, Buckinghamshire LU7 0QU, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Butler Rose is seeking a Bookkeeper/Accounts Assistant for a Chartered Accountants firm in Toddington.
  • Candidates should have 1-2 years of bookkeeping experience, particularly in accounts preparation and VAT returns.
  • The role offers a salary of £25,000 - £30,000, along with benefits like flexible hours and private healthcare after probation.
  • Familiarity with accounting software such as SAGE, QuickBooks, and Xero is required, along with strong attention to detail and communication skills.
  • This position provides opportunities for ongoing training and career progression within a supportive team environment.

Butler Rose is partnering with a well-established firm of Chartered Accountants in Toddington to recruit a skilled and detail-oriented Bookkeeper/Accounts Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in bookkeeping, VAT returns, and accounts preparation to join a friendly and professional team, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment.

What We Offer:

  • 20-25 days holiday + Bank Holidays, plus your birthday, extra day at Easter & Christmas
  • Flexible hours: 8:30am - 5:30pm Mon-Thurs, 8:30am - 1:30pm Fri
  • Private Healthcare (available after probation)
  • Discretionary bonus
  • Ongoing training & study support for AAT (if applicable)
  • Supportive and inclusive team culture with career progression opportunities

What We're Looking For:

  • At least 1-2 years of bookkeeping experience and accounts preparation, within an accountancy practice
  • Strong knowledge of VAT returns and experience managing bookkeeping tasks
  • Familiarity with accounting software such as SAGE, QuickBooks, and Xero
  • Excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to tasks
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with clients
  • AAT qualification (or studying towards it) is preferred but not essential-experience is key
  • Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively

In this role, you will maintain accurate financial records, assist with accounts preparation, and handle VAT returns for a variety of clients. You will be part of a close-knit team, supporting colleagues and clients alike.

If you're a detail-oriented Bookkeeper/Accounts Assistant looking for a role that offers flexibility, career development, and a supportive team environment, please contact Victoria Newing on or send your CV to v . newing @ butlerrose . com

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.