Bookkeeper

Bookkeeper – Practice

• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: Chester – Hybrid approach welcome
• Salary: £24,000-£30,000 per annum

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Bookkeeper to join a growing firm based in the heart of Chester. Reporting to senior staff, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and performing bookkeeping tasks in accordance with company procedures, while meeting all necessary deadlines.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Perform data entry and processing.
• Manage and reconcile purchase and sales ledgers.
• Conduct bank reconciliations.
• Prepare VAT returns and enter journals.
• Generate management reports.
• Complete bookkeeping to Trial Balance, ready for accounts production.
• Liaise with HMRC and handle regular communication with clients, including occasional visits to client premises.
• Resolve client queries and undertake ad hoc related tasks as they arise.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a practice setting is desirable.
• AAT Level 3 or 4 qualified ideally – Will look at study support for the right candidate
• Proficient in using Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, HubDoc, and other cloud-based software is essential.
• Strong experience in Management Accounts preparation is desirable.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a small team is essential.

Benefits:

• Hybrid working model, allowing flexibility between office and home.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, life cover, and car scheme salary sacrifice.
• Rewards package.
• Workplace pension.

We are in a position where interviews are on-going for this role so if you fit the bill and are interested, please apply now!!!