Bookkeeper

Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant

Kingswinford

Up to £30,000 (DOE)

Full-Time Permanent

The Opportunity

Our client, a well-established accountancy practice based in Kingswinford, is looking to recruit an experienced Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant to join their friendly and supportive team.

This is a varied role offering the opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of clients, making it ideal for someone who enjoys all aspects of bookkeeping and accounts support. You'll play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, preparing VAT returns and supporting senior accountants across a range of client work.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £30,000, depending on experience.
• Full-time, permanent position (Monday to Friday).
• Free on-site parking.
• Varied and interesting workload with exposure to a broad client portfolio.
• Ongoing training and development within a supportive professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing bookkeeping for a portfolio of sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Completing bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations and journal postings.
• Preparing bookkeeping records for year-end accounts preparation.
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns.
• Supporting quarterly bookkeeping reviews and compliance submissions.
• Assisting with Making Tax Digital (MTD) preparation and related processes.
• Using a range of accounting software, including Sage, Xero and QuickBooks.
• Supporting the preparation of self-assessment tax returns.
• Requesting, reviewing and processing client financial information.
• Assisting senior accountants with accounts preparation, tax work and general client support.
• Investigating and resolving bookkeeping queries and discrepancies.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients via telephone and email.
• Providing general administrative support to the accounts team as required.

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience in a bookkeeping or accounts assistant position.
• Experience working within an accountancy practice or similar environment.
• A good understanding of bookkeeping principles and VAT returns.
• Experience using accounting software such as Sage, Xero and/or QuickBooks.
• Good Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
• The ability to manage a varied workload and work to deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and confidence when dealing with clients.
• An AAT qualification (or be working towards one) would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Knowledge of Making Tax Digital (MTD) would be beneficial, although full training can be provided.

Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, if you have not heard from us within two weeks, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful.