Senior Bookkeeper Job Type: Full-time Salary: circa £35,000 dependent on experience REED Practice are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper with extensive knowledge of Xero, Sage and QuickBooks. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in bookkeeping, VAT returns, and client management, preferably with practice experience. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients and liaising directly with them to ensure their accounting needs are met efficiently and effectively. Day-to-day of the role: Set up Xero from the start of process for client including adding bank feeds and processing transactions. Utilise Dext and Hubdoc for efficient document management and transaction processing. Perform monthly reconciliations and prepare VAT returns, including non-standard schemes like Flat Rate and the Margin Scheme. Review management accounts and produce a finalised year-end Trial Balance for annual accounts compilation. Advise clients on how to effectively use Xero, including issuing sales invoices. Handle bookkeeping using Sage and QuickBooks as required. Process VAT registrations and manage bookkeeping queries raised by outsourcers. Maintain effective communication with clients through phone, in-person meetings, or virtually. Review and control work in progress to manage chargeable time and meet deadlines. Required Skills & Qualifications: Minimum of 5 to 10 years of relevant bookkeeping experience. Extensive knowledge of Xero, and reasonable experience with Sage and QuickBooks. Familiarity with various VAT schemes, including Flat Rate and the Margin Scheme. Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping. Practice experience is highly desirable, indicating a capability to manage a client portfolio. Experience in dealing with outsourcers and managing detailed bookkeeping work. Strong communication skills and proficiency in professional client interactions. Ability to manage deadlines and review work progress effectively. To apply for this Bookkeeper position, please submit your CV or contact Mercedes Horton at Reed Hatfield.