Bookkeeper - Cheltenham, United Kingdom - Ten2Two

Ten2Two

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Cheltenham, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

This is a varied and busy bookkeeping role for an award-winning accountancy practice near Cheltenham. If you have some bookkeeping experience gained from a practice environment, this would be a great opportunity to join a supportive team.

The Client

This award-winning accountancy practice on the outskirts of Cheltenham provides business advisory, accountancy and tax services to a range of entrepreneurial businesses and high net worth individuals.

Work life balance is a priority, with an early close on Friday afternoon, casual dress and social events throughout the year.

They are looking for a bookkeeper to join the team, who will play a vital role in supporting the accountants.

Please note, applicants must have practice experience

The Role

To undertake bookkeeping and support with VAT and management accounting for clients, ensuring deadlines and proper accounting standards are met.

Manage and undertake bookkeeping for a variety of clients
Monitor work flow including liaison with clients
Visit client sites as required to carry out bookkeeping and management accounts
Prepare management accounts monthly and quarterly
Manage and complete VAT returns for allocated clients
Compose correspondence to clients, tax office, registration of companies and others

Person Specification

Bookkeeping experience required.
VAT experience desirable.
Ability to operate to strict deadlines and handle conflicting priorities.
Client focussed.
Experience of handling multiple clients, from a practice background.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to handle confidential information.
Ability to perform under pressure with challenging timescales.
Microsoft Office skills: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook; Experience of some accountancy software is essential. Xero and Digita. accountancy software experience is desirable but not a requirement as training will be provided.
High level of numeracy essential.

Hours -Early finish on Fridays, minimum 30 hours per week working 4 full days or spreading these hours across 5 days.

Location- office based, outskirts of Cheltenham. Free parking.

Salary range and benefits- Depending on level of experience and knowledge c£30k FTE*. They offer pension, life insurance and income protection with an opportunity to take ownership in the business.
- *Full time equivalent - actual salary will depend on final hours agreed._

Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Salary:
Up to £30,000.00 per year

Benefits: