Accounts and Business Services Lead

1 week ago


Southampton, Southampton, United Kingdom Michael Page (UK) Full time

The role of Business Services Senior at Michael Page (UK) presents an exciting opportunity to join a thriving team in the Professional Services industry.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper with a strong background in Xero, who can effectively manage monthly Management Accounts for clients on various systems, including Excel. Key responsibilities include reviewing annual bookkeeping, identifying issues, and suggesting better practices. Additionally, you will be responsible for completing new client bookkeeping and Xero set ups, supporting clients with bookkeeping, and teaching them how to correct items.

This position requires strong organisational skills, effective prioritisation, and the ability to work independently without close supervision. You must also have excellent interpersonal skills, a commitment to personal and continuous professional development, and be able to adapt to changing priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Completing monthly Management Accounts for clients on various systems, including Excel
  • Reviewing annual bookkeeping, identifying any issues and making suggestions on better practice
  • Completing new client bookkeeping and Xero set ups
  • Supporting clients with bookkeeping and teaching them how to correct items
  • Completing ad hoc bookkeeping tasks
  • Reviewing bookkeeping work completed by juniors
  • Creating cashflow forecasts weekly, monthly and annually
  • Reviewing VAT returns
  • Reconciling clients trial balances and correcting any issues
  • Submitting and reconciling CIS returns

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • A minimum of 3 years bookkeeping experience
  • Experience with Xero, using it effectively and confidently
  • Clear written and spoken communication skills with both clients and colleagues
  • An ability to make effective decisions about the appropriate channel of communication
  • Strong and effective organisation skills and a methodical approach to their work
  • Effective prioritisation skills, adapting your approach to reach multiple deadlines
  • An ability to work independently without close supervision

What We Offer:

  • A competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000 per annum
  • A friendly and supportive working environment
  • Flexibility over working hours
  • Generous holiday allowances and the option to purchase more
  • Comprehensive Training Programme, including funded study support


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