Accounting Technician - Stony Stratford - Unified Support

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    Unified Support Stony Stratford

    1 week ago

    Full time
    Description
    Accounting Technician / Senior Bookkeeper


    My client is an independent, expanding accountancy practice based in Milton Keynes, specialising in accountancy, taxation, and business advisory services for small and medium-sized businesses.

    They pride themselves on delivering exceptional service and building strong, personal client relationships. With over 30 dedicated team members, they provide genuine opportunities for career progression and development. As they continue to expand, they are looking for a proactive Accounting Technician/Senior Bookkeeper to join their friendly team.

    The Opportunity - Accounting Technician/Senior Bookkeeper


    This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Accounting Technician / Senior Bookkeeper to manage a varied portfolio of clients, play a key role in our team, and help develop junior staff.

    The successful applicant will typically be required to work 9 am-5 pm, Monday to Friday, with a mix of hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days from home).

    Key Responsibilities

    Balance sheet reconciliations, including bank, VAT, credit card, receivables, payables, payroll, CIS, intercompany, loans, and any other balance sheet items

    Processing of bills and expenses

    Supplier payments

    Credit control

    VAT preparation

    Facilitating software integrations

    Supporting year-end accounts preparation

    Daily communications with clients

    Dealing with any other client requests

    Reviewing work for the team

    Managing a varied portfolio of clients

    Maintaining customer relationships

    Helping to develop and train junior members of the team

    Skills & Experience Required


    Bookkeeping 5+years (essential): Significant hands-on experience in bookkeeping, ideally gained within a professional accountancy environment, including managing bookkeeping duties, including journal entries and account reconciliations through to trial balance preparation.


    Strong VAT knowledge:
    Confident in preparing and reviewing VAT returns, with a solid understanding of current VAT regulations and best practice.

    Previous experience in practice:
    Demonstrated background working within an accountancy practice, managing multiple client accounts and deadlines.


    Knowledge of Xero, Sage & QuickBooks: proficiency in using Xero is required to maintain accurate records and streamline bookkeeping processes.

    Experience with Sage and QuickBooks would be a bonus.

    Great attention to detail:
    Meticulous and thorough in all aspects of bookkeeping, ensuring accuracy and compliance at every stage.

    Enjoyment from dealing with clients:
    Friendly and approachable, with a genuine enthusiasm for building strong client relationships and delivering excellent service.


    Ability to think outside the box when it comes to client challenges: Creative and resourceful in finding solutions to client queries and adapting to new situations.


    Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal: Able to explain financial information clearly to clients and colleagues and maintain effective communication at all times.

    Candidate Profile Qualifications

    AAT Level - desirable.


    Experience:
    Bookkeeping in practice: 5 years (required)

    What We Offer

    Salary commensurate with experience

    Hybrid working: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home

    Flexitime scheme

    Company pension

    Free parking

    Access to self-funded private medical insurance

    Health Assured Programme and sick pay

    Enhanced maternity leave

    Bonus scheme

    Supportive, collaborative team environment where your contribution is valued

    Real opportunities for progression and career advancement

    Training provided


    Benefits:
    Company pension

    Enhanced maternity leave

    Enhanced paternity leave

    Free parking

    Health & Wellbeing Programme

    Life insurance

    On-site parking

    Sick pay

    Work from home

    How to Apply:
    Shortlisted applicants will be screened and interviewed by video initially, with in-person interviews to follow for successful candidates. We are looking to recruit as soon as possible

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