Bookkeeper - Reputable Firm of Accountants

Your new companyThis firm in the Bristol/Bath area has continuously provided its clients with the best audit, tax, and accounting help and guidance in the industry, consistently placing towards the top of the rankings. They are now aiming to build on its achievements and increase their clientele with new hires. The company's mission is to assist people and businesses achieve while being independent, sustainably profitable, and globally focused.Your new role

• Use Xero to produce bookkeeping records for clients from source documentation.
• Use AutoEntry and other available cloud-based applications to efficiently convert source documentation to Xero transactions.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations.
• Prepare management accounts for outsourcing clients including month end journals for payroll, accruals and prepayments.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly VAT returns including partial exemption calculations.
• Be the source of contact for the outsourcing clients and any queries with regards to the process of the applications used to produce the bookkeeping transactions. This may include client training on the processes or applications used.
• Identify where clients would benefit from moving to Xero or from our outsourcing services.

Kept abreast of changes and updates to the cloud-based accounting packages and What you'll need to succeed

• AAT qualified/equivalent experience
• Strong up to date working knowledge of cloud-based software such as Xero, as well as Microsoft Office.
• Experience with accruals, prepayments and data analysis are essential
• Experienced at VAT return preparation
• Numerate and knowledgeable on accounting principles (i.e. double entry bookkeeping/prepayments/accruals)
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, able to liaise with people at all levels including clients of the firm.
• High attention to detail and accuracy skill.
• Ability to work efficiently alone and as part of a team to deliver work on a timely basis.
• Good problem-solving skills, and able to use initiative.
• Strong time management and prioritisation skills.

What you'll get in returnCirca £22,000 - £32,000 dependent on experience, background and level of the right professional, plus benefits What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call me on for a confidential chat. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please do contact me for a no pressure discussion in regards to your career options.INDHAF

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