Bookkeeper

Job Title: Bookkeeper
Location: Corby
Salary: £27,000 to £33,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Type: Permanent

Key Benefits:

• A dynamic and varied workload and excellent prospects for progression

• Extensive internal and on-the-job training

• Group Personal Pension Scheme

• 23 days annual leave in addition to statutory bank holidays

• Life assurance cover of four times salary

What You'll Be Doing:

• Provide clients with accounting and back-office services, including bookkeeping, VAT compliance, and other ad hoc accounting advice.
• Assist with weekly and monthly work for clients, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Respond to client queries and provide ongoing support, including training and assisting with accounting systems (Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, Dext, Autoentry).
• Set up accounting systems for clients, including opening balances, chart of accounts, customers, suppliers, and VAT details.
• Manage bookkeeping tasks such as processing and recording bank transactions, and preparing purchase, sales, and general ledger entries.
• Prepare management accounts and financial reports tailored to client needs.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns, and notify portfolio holders of any issues.
• Provide accounting advice to clients and identify any issues with compliance or accounting standards.
• Liaise with other teams (tax, payroll, etc.) to ensure smooth client service.
• Assist with year-end accounts preparation and provide supporting schedules for balance sheet items and tax-sensitive profit and loss items.

What We're Looking For:

• AAT Level 4 qualification or equivalent experience.
• Strong bookkeeping skills with experience in VAT compliance.
• Proficient in accounting software (Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, Dext, Autoentry).
• Good communication skills with the ability to train clients and respond to their needs.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and deliver accurate work under pressure.

If you're looking to join a dynamic team where you can make a real impact and develop your skills further, apply today!

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