Bookkeeper - Chelmsford

Xeinadin - Top 20 Accountancy Firm - UK & Ireland

Role: Bookkeeper

Location: Chelmsford

Who Are We?

Xeinadin was established in 2019 when a number of leading business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It's our people who drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 3000 colleagues operate collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential.

About the Role:

This an opportunity to join our Chelmsford office as a Bookkeeper and work with an expansive SME client base. You will enjoy flexibility and get to work with a collaborative team and have responsibility for an established portfolio of clients. The ideal candidate will have strong Bookkeeping experience in practice, is client led and passionate about the SME sector

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct daily "on-site" bookkeeping for clients
• Build strong and lasting relationships with a variety of clients, acting as a trusted advisor.
• Record and reconcile daily financial transactions in Xero,
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date general ledger entries.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and credit card reconciliations.
• Prepare and maintain supporting documentation for audits and compliance.
• Assist with payroll preparation and employee expense claims.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Generate basic financial reports and summaries as required.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements showing business income and expenditure.
• Process payments, invoices, income, and receipts while ensuring data is accurately entered into accounting systems or databases.
• Reconcile balance sheets and profit & loss accounts.
• Manage expenses, accounts payable (including credit cards and expenses), and accounts receivable, including credit control.
• Prepare and manage weekly and monthly supplier payments.
• Support ad hoc administrative and financial tasks to streamline client operations.

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience in bookkeeping, finance, or accounting
• Proficiency in Xero and QuickBooks is essential
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles.

Additional Requirements:

• AAT Level 2 or equivalent bookkeeping qualification (or working towards).
• Familiarity with VAT returns and basic tax compliance.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Team oriented, collaborative, and client-focused with a commitment to continuous personal development.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• Opportunities for development and progression within a large, supportive finance function.
• Exposure to a wide network of professionals across the Xeinadin Group.
• A collaborative working environment where accuracy, teamwork and continuous improvement are valued.

Wording for Job Description-

Xeinadin does not accept unsolicited resumes from head-hunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. Xeinadin is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage direct applications from all suitable candidates.