Bookkeeper

We are actively recruiting a Bookkeeper to work with an established and growing accountancy practice in the Manchester area. Our client is a firm who focuses on providing the best service to each of their clients.

They are looking for someone with practice experience. Qualifications are a bonus but QBE will also be accepted.

THE ROLE

• Taking accounts up to trial balance

• Preparation of VAT Returns

• Some weekly and monthly payroll for small clients

• Deal with daily/weekly bookkeeping & VAT return preparation and to be a primary contact to these clients on their record-keeping matters.

• Develop a strong rapport with clients so that they talk about the firm positively to their friends, family and network

• A talent for explaining financial “stuff” and jargon to clients in simple and clear terms

• Communicating with clients as and when required

Requirements

Do you have:

• Practical work experience gained within a UK practice environment

• Experience in using Quickbooks and / or Xero

• Experience with taking accounts to trial balance

• Strong IT skills

• A real go getter who takes the initiative

• Ability to manage own tasks, good time management and able to work under pressure to tight deadlines

• Self-discipline, organised, proactive, able to make and justify own decisions

Benefits

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

• Salary: up to £32,000 (DOE)

• Location: Whitefield, Greater Manchester, mainly on-site but some working from home would be considered

• Room for the role to progress if desired

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we’d love to see your CV — apply today!