Senior Bookkeper

• Salary: Up to £43,000 per annum
• Location: City of London
• Job Type: Full-time

Reed Accountancy are seeking a Senior Bookkeeper & Accounts Assistant with a hands-on approach and a minimum of five years’ experience in a UK-based accountancy practice. The role encompasses a range of responsibilities including bookkeeping, VAT, management accounts, and year-end accounting assignments for a variety of clients. This position is ideal for a candidate who is proactive, computer literate, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team.

• Perform bookkeeping tasks using QuickBooks, Xero, and Sage Line 50, as well as other client software packages on an ad-hoc basis.
• Conduct bank, cash, payroll, sales & purchase ledger input & reconciliations.
• Prepare and file VAT returns and possess a good understanding of VAT principles and workings.
• Prepare periodic management accounts, including monthly trial balances, cash flow statements, and other specific client reporting requirements.
• Assist in the preparation of annual financial statements to trial balance stage, including computing accruals, prepayments, depreciation, etc.
• Manage multiple clients’ affairs, adhering to client and statutory deadlines.
• Assist in the preparation of year-end financial statements for both companies and unincorporated businesses.
• Work under own initiative and unsupervised, both in-office and at client premises.
• Liaise with clients regularly to obtain books and records and resolve any queries or discrepancies.
• Provide support to other team members and departments within the firm.
• Undertake other ad-hoc administrative tasks as required.

• Minimum of five years’ experience in a UK-based accountancy practice.
• Proficiency in MS Office (particularly MS Excel & MS Outlook) and bookkeeping software.
• Proactive approach to work and the ability to manage and control own workload.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with staff and clients.
• Organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and maintain discretion.

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity to work in a supportive team environment.
• Exposure to a diverse client base and a variety of financial tasks.
• Professional development opportunities.

To apply for the Bookkeeper & Accounts Assistant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.