Are you an experienced bookkeeper who enjoys working with a variety of clients and taking ownership of your work? Would you like to join a friendly, growing accountancy practice where your experience will be valued and you'll have the opportunity to develop further?
Our client is an established and growing accountancy practice based in the heart of Tring. They are looking for an experienced Client Manager / Bookkeeper to join their supportive team, managing bookkeeping and accounting requirements for a varied portfolio of clients across different industries.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys the balance of hands-on bookkeeping, client relationships and working as part of a collaborative team. The business is happy to consider candidates looking for 30 hours per week up to full-time (35 hours).
The Role
Working closely with the firm's accountants and reporting to a Partner, you'll take responsibility for delivering accurate, timely bookkeeping and accounting services to a portfolio of clients.
Key responsibilities will include:
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Managing bookkeeping requirements for a varied portfolio of clients, ensuring accuracy and meeting agreed deadlines.
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Maintaining purchase and sales ledgers, processing transactions and completing bank and credit card reconciliations.
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Preparing journals, accruals, prepayments and depreciation.
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Preparing and submitting VAT returns, ensuring compliance with Making Tax Digital requirements.
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Producing monthly and quarterly management accounts, including profit and loss reports and balance sheets.
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Processing payroll for a small number of clients, including associated statutory submissions and pension requirements.
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Acting as a key point of contact for clients, responding to queries and providing day-to-day bookkeeping support and advice.
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Reviewing work completed by junior colleagues and providing guidance where required.
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Supporting new client onboarding, accounting software set-up and process improvements.
About You
We're looking for an experienced, organised and personable bookkeeper who is confident managing multiple clients and enjoys delivering a high standard of service.
Ideally, you'll bring:
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A minimum of 3–5 years' bookkeeping experience ideally gained within an accountancy practice. (Other experience will be considered)
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AAT Level 3 or above, or equivalent relevant experience.
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Strong knowledge of VAT, reconciliations and management accounts.
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Experience using cloud accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks or Sage.
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Good Excel skills and confidence working with financial data.
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Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines.
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Strong communication skills and confidence liaising directly with clients.
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A proactive, positive approach and willingness to support colleagues.
Above all, you'll be someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys building client relationships and is comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.
What's on Offer?
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Salary of up to £35,000 FTE*, depending on experience.
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30–35 hours per week, offering flexibility for those seeking a slightly shorter working week.
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Permanent position, office-based in central Tring.
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Free parking.
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A friendly, supportive team and the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients.
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Study support towards further professional qualifications, if desired.
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Bonus potential and sickness insurance.
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Regular staff events and a positive team environment.
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The opportunity to develop your experience within a growing accountancy practice.
If you're an experienced bookkeeper looking for a varied, client-facing role in a supportive local practice, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to find out more!
*FTE = Full-Time Equivalent salary based on a 35-hour working week. Salary will be pro-rated for reduced hours.
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