Rowland Recruitment is seeking a confident Bookkeeper looking to work with a growing, supportive accountancy firm that really values its people? This friendly and collaborative firm near Ashford is looking to welcome an experienced bookkeeper to their team. You’ll be joining their small business division and supporting a varied client base, playing a key role in ensuring accurate records and smooth reporting.
Whether you’re AAT qualified, studying, or have solid hands-on experience, if you know your way around Xero or QuickBooks and enjoy working closely with clients, this could be a brilliant next step.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing bookkeeping for a portfolio of small business clients
- Processing sales, purchases, bank transactions and reconciliations
- Preparing and submitting VAT returns in line with current legislation
- Acting as a point of contact for clients, dealing with queries and providing updates
- Supporting and mentoring junior staff on software and best practices
- Reviewing VAT work completed by others and offering feedback where needed
Ideal Candidate:
- 5+ years’ experience in a practice-based bookkeeping role
- Familiarity with cloud software – particularly Xero or QuickBooks
- Good Excel skills and an eye for detail
- Someone who can work under pressure and manage their own deadlines
- AAT qualified or QBE – both welcomed
What’s On Offer:
- Competitive salary depending on experience
- Choice of full-time or part-time hours to suit your lifestyle
- 20 days holiday plus bank holidays (Christmas Eve and Birthday day off)
- Free on-site parking
- Team social events each year
- 2 paid volunteering days annually
- Friendly, long-standing team who enjoy working together
If you're an experienced bookkeeper who enjoys client contact, variety in your work and being part of a welcoming team, I’d love to speak with you.