Bookkeeping Manager, Top 30 practice, hybrid, £30K-£40K

Your new company
- This accounting firm is a leading business services firm specialising in a wide range of accountancy, tax, legal, HR and Financial Planning services. The group is committed to making good businesses great and great ones even better.
- This firm has shown significant growth in the Accountancy Age Top 50+50 firm ranking, having moved up 14 places to one position in just 3 years. More recently, in the latest rankings, they have risen up to the top 30, demonstrating the firm's continued national growth and success.
Your new role
- Managing day to day bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients as well as reconciliation of the main control accounts, including month-end reviews
- Reviewing client entries and advising on corrections or efficiency improvements
- Resolving queries
- Preparing, reviewing and filing VAT returns for various VAT schemes
- Communicating directly with HMRC when necessary, undertaking general administration tasks  providing training to clients on various packages and bookkeeping skills as required
- Visiting clients on an ad hoc basis to help resolve bookkeeping issues or take on projects with clients relating to bookkeeping
What you'll need to succeed
- Minimum 2-3 years' experience within an accountancy practice
- AAT Level 3 / Level 4 Qualified
- Extensive working use of Xero software (preferably Xero certified)
- Ability to work both independently, direct liaison with clients, and part of a team in both a supporting and supervising capacity
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary £30,000 - £40,000 PA
- Hybrid working available
- Pension scheme, Life assurance, 23 days holidays increasing to 28 days
- Opportunity to develop your skills and progress within the Firm
- Relaxed and friendly working environment
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