Bookkeeper

Bookkeeper Job Spec
This is an exciting opportunity for an individual to join a leading practice's bookkeeping team.
Purpose of the Role:
To provide a high quality bookkeeping service to clients and to contribute to the development of the Firm. Responsibilities:

• Liaise with client to obtain relevant information for preparation of computerised bookkeeping records
• Desktop and cloud-based computerised bookkeeping and ledger maintenance.
• Preparation of bank reconciliations and other ledger reconciliations
• Prepare client VAT returns based on information supplied by client
• Ensure compliance with all VAT matters
• Finalise paperwork for dispatch to client and H.M. Revenue and Customs often working to tight deadlines
• Assist clients with accounting software and other bookkeeping queries as required.
• Assist clients and internal staff with installation of cloud-based accounting systems
• Identify points for partners to raise with clients and to raise the potential for additional services
• Record own chargeable time and ensure maximum recovery
• Monitor own job quality and quantity in line with agreed budgets
• Attend relevant training courses and develop your skills to ensure up-to-date knowledge and best practice

Critical Skills Required

• Computer-literate, including excellent Microsoft Office skills
• Understanding of systems such as Sage, Xero accounts systems and HR systems.
• Excellent telephone manner with good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work on your own or in a team
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise work effectively and efficiently
• Flexible attitude to work patterns
• Excellent organisation and administrative skills
• Accurate data inputting skills and an eye for detail
• Ability to use initiative in terms of decision-making

Critical Knowledge Required

• Good overall business knowledge

Qualifications Required

• Essential: A - levels or Equivalent
• Bookkeeping experience

Personal Qualities

• Excellent communication skills
• Quickly builds rapport and trust
• Highly confidential
• Good networker
• Resilient and energetic
• Achiever and self-motivated
• Organised
• Analytical - quick thinker

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