Spencer Clarke Group are working with an excellent Accountancy Practice within the area of Bolton, who are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join their outsourcing division where you will be a key member of a growing team!
This is a forward-thinking firm, who have automated many of the mundane tasks by becoming a paperless and digital environment, leaving you to develop your skills and provide a valuable service to clients.
You would have your own portfolio of clients where you will undertake duties such as;
1. Bookkeeping duties for a portfolio of sole traders’, partnerships and limited companies which vary across sectors
2. Prepare VAT returns
3. Balance sheet reconciliations
4. Payroll journals
Essential Requirements:
5. At least 3 years prior practice Bookkeeping experience
6. AAT Qualified
7. Knowledge of Xero and other cloud accounting software platforms
8. Strong written and verbal communication skills
9. Able to effectively manage workflow of multiple clients whilst demonstrating excellent time management skills to ensure all deadlines and expectations are met.
10. Willing to learn new systems and adapt to changing working practices
11. Strong IT skills, particularly with Excel
The firm uses CCH and Silverfin systems so any previous experience of these is considered advantageous.
Benefits for you:
12. Flexi-time within core hours of 10am and 4pm
13. Ability to build up 12 days extra leave per year
14. 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 25 days after 3 years of service
15. Dress for your day
16. Family orientated firm
17. Career development
18. Private healthcare after 5 years of service
19. Annual conferences alternating between the UK and abroad