Bookkeeper

TPF Recruitment is supporting a highly regarded, multisited firm of chartered accountants in its search for an experienced Bookkeeper to join its Melksham office.

This is a straightforward and varied bookkeeping position, working with a portfolio of owner managed businesses across a range of sectors. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate accounting records and providing a reliable, high quality service to clients.

Responsibilities will include:

Completing bookkeeping for a varied portfolio of clients

Maintaining purchase and sales ledgers

Processing bank transactions and completing reconciliations

Preparing and submitting VAT returns

Producing management information where required

Working with cloud accounting software

Resolving bookkeeping queries with clients

Ensuring records are complete, accurate and kept up to date

Liaising with the accounts team and other colleagues across the firm

RequirementsThe ideal candidate will:

Have previous bookkeeping experience, ideally within an accountancy practice

Possess a good understanding of VAT and bookkeeping principles

Be familiar with cloud accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks or Sage

Have excellent attention to detail

Be organised and able to manage multiple deadlines

Communicate confidently and professionally with clients

Be AAT qualified, studying towards AAT or qualified by experience

BenefitsThis is a great opportunity to join a supportive, well established accountancy practice offering good quality client work and long term stability.

Salary: £30,000 to £32,000

Location: Melksham

To apply or find out more, contact Joe Potter at TPF Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email