Senior Bookkeeper

Senior Bookkeeper / Bookkeeping Manager

Location: Milton Keynes
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £30,000 - £45,000 per year (plus bonus)
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9am 5pm, with hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 days from home)

Join a supportive team where training is provided, and professional growth is encouraged. Our client, a well-established accountancy practice in Milton Keynes is seeking an experienced Bookkeeping Manager to join their team. The role offers a blend of office-based and home working, making it a flexible opportunity for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform bank reconciliations
• Process bills and expenses
• Assist with VAT preparation and Year-End Accounts
• Communicate regularly with clients
• Address client queries and requests
• Review the team's work
• Manage a diverse portfolio of clients
• Maintain and nurture customer relationships
• Support the development and training of junior team members

Skills & Experience Required:

• Strong VAT knowledge
• Minimum 3 years of bookkeeping experience within a practice
• Proficiency in accounting software (Xero, Sage, QuickBooks)
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Strong client communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to think creatively and offer tailored client solutions
• AAT Level 4 (preferred but not essential)

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with bonus scheme
• Company pension
• Private medical access
• Health Assured Programme
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Free on-site parking
• Flexible working options, including work-from-home

Please note. Every candidate will be assessed in accordance with their qualifications, merit, and ability to perform the duties of the job role advertised. Please be advised that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's religion, gender, race, colour, age, sexual orientation, disability, or marital status