Bookkeeper (Practice) | Bristol | Permanent
Autograph Recruitment have partnered with a practice client looking to add a Bookkeeper to their team, supporting a diverse client base across a range of industries.
This opportunity would suit someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced practice environment, managing bookkeeping for multiple businesses while building strong relationships with clients. You'll play an important role in ensuring financial records remain accurate, organised and compliant, allowing clients to focus on running their businesses.
As all bookkeeping is completed using Xero, applicants must have strong working knowledge of the software and be confident using it on a daily basis.
Key Responsibilities:
Your workload will include a variety of bookkeeping duties, such as:
- Maintaining bookkeeping records for a portfolio of clients.
- Recording sales and purchase transactions, bank activity and journals within Xero.
- Performing bank, control accounts and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Assisting with the preparation of VAT returns by ensuring records are complete and accurate.
- Monitoring shared finance email accounts and responding to bookkeeping enquiries.
- Liaising with clients and third parties to obtain outstanding information or resolve discrepancies.
- Reviewing financial data to identify errors, omissions or unusual transactions.
- Keeping client records up to date while ensuring all deadlines are achieved.
- Working collaboratively with colleagues to deliver an efficient and professional service.
Key Experience Required:
To be successful in this position, you will ideally have:
- Previous bookkeeping experience gained within an accountancy practice or a multi-client envrionment.
- Strong practical experience using Xero, with confidence navigating the platform independently.
- The ability to manage competing priorities across a varied client portfolio.
- A sound understanding of bookkeeping principles and VAT processes.
- Excellent organisational skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Confident communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Experience dealing directly with clients in a professional manner.
- A proactive mindset, taking ownership of your workload and resolving issues before they become problems.
- The ability to work independently while contributing positively within a collaborative team.
The Opportunity
No two days are the same in this role. You'll be supporting a wide range of businesses, each with different requirements, deadlines and ways of working. Success comes from being adaptable, well organised and comfortable switching between clients without compromising accuracy.
In return, you'll become part of a supportive and approachable team that values collaboration, encourages personal development and takes pride in delivering an excellent service to its clients.
If you're an experienced Bookkeeper with strong Xero skills and enjoy the variety that comes with working across multiple businesses, we'd be delighted to hear from you.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly with an up to date copy of your CV. If you have any questions, you can reach George Covello on 07717 394140 or george@autographrecruitment.co.uk
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