Bookkeeper

Our client is a highly reputable and long-established independent accountancy practice based in Lancashire. Known for delivering a proactive, friendly and high-quality service, the firm supports a diverse portfolio of clients across the region.

With continued investment in cloud accounting and digital solutions, the firm is now seeking a Cloud Bookkeeping Accountant to join its specialist team. This is a client-facing role suited to an individual who can work independently, manage deadlines, and maintain high standards of service delivery.

Role Overview - Cloud Bookkeeping Accountant

• Managing cloud-based bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients
• Processing financial data and maintaining accurate accounting records
• Performing reconciliations across bank, debtor, creditor, VAT and PAYE accounts
• Preparing and submitting monthly and quarterly VAT returns
• Reviewing VAT transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Investigating discrepancies and resolving issues efficiently
• Reviewing client-prepared bookkeeping and VAT work
• Supporting and training clients on cloud accounting software (remotely and on-site)
• Liaising with clients, partners and internal teams to ensure smooth service delivery
• Producing financial reports from accounting systems as required
• Keeping up to date with HMRC regulations and cloud software developments

Role Requirements - Cloud Bookkeeping Accountant

• Minimum 5+ years bookkeeping experience, ideally within an accountancy practice
• Strong working knowledge of VAT and compliance processes
• Experience using cloud accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, Sage or similar
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general IT systems
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Confident communicator with good client-facing skills
• AAT Level 4 qualified or qualified by experience
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Salary & Benefits - Accountant

• Salary circa £30,000, dependent on experience
• 21 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
• Flexible working hours (flexi-time)
• Hybrid working available
• Free on-site parking
• Supportive and collaborative team environment

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.