Bookkeeper - Ds163

We have been instructed on a Bookkeeper opportunity on behalf of our client, a highly reputable firm of Chartered Accountants in Stoke-on-Trent.

This is an exciting opportunity for an AAT Qualified (AAT Part Qualified or QBE also considered) individual from a practice background, with strong double entry bookkeeping skills and a good working knowledge of accountancy software such as Xero, Sage and/ or Quickbooks.

You will gain exposure to a large portfolio of clients including entrepreneurial OMB’s from a mixed range of industry sectors. The role will involve preparing accounts to trial balance, VAT returns, CIS returns, bank reconciliations, purchase & sales ledger, liaising directly with clients and dealing with ad hoc queries.

Our client is offering a highly competitive remuneration and benefits package, the option of working from home, generous holiday entitlement and a great work/ life balance. Part time hours also available.

The role can be seen in more detail below:
**Duties & Responsibilities**:
Preparing accounts to trial balance
Undertaking bookkeeping for clients
Preparing VAT returns
CIS returns
Bank reconciliations
Purchase & Sales Ledger
Maintaining up to date complete financial records
Liaising with multiple clients at any one time, maintaining and developing relationships
Dealing with client queries
Building and maintaining strong client relationships.

**Requirements**:
AAT Qualified (ideally)
AAT Part Qualified or Qualified by Experience also considered.
Knowledge of Sage & Xero desirable
Experience of working in practice is essential

If this vacancy doesn’t tick the boxes, do get in touch to discuss alternatives. Our client base consists of Top 20, Mid Tier, Regional and Independent firms across the UK.