Our client, a forward thinking, independent firm of Chartered Accountants are seeking a Bookkeeper/Management Accountant to join their expanding outsourcing function in Uckfield, East Sussex.
You will be responsible for a mixed portfolio of bookkeeping clients including entrepreneurs and SME's to large group companies, meeting busy deadlines and working to budgets.
Duties Include:-
- Inputting and reviewing data
- Review and maintain sales, purchase and general ledgers
- Post and review month end journals
- Complete and review VAT returns
- Maintain a full and accurate audit trail by filing and referencing documents
- Prepare and review management accounts
- Adhere to accounting standards
- Liaising with other Departments, such as Payroll and Managers reporting any issues
- Liaising with clients and maintaining relationships, meeting any expectations and adhering to deadlines and budgets
- Training and supporting junior staff
- Travelling to the firm's other offices as and when required
You will ideally have previous bookkeeping experience within practice, with a strong management accounts background, as well as VAT knowledge and payroll.
A good understanding of Excel, Xero and Sage 50 would also be an advantage.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly firm with nice offices.
They also offer superb prospects and a flexible benefits package, including a generous holiday allowance, plus Bank Holidays and 3 days paid holiday at Christmas, private medical insurance and contributory pension.