Senior bookkeeper

Job Title: Senior Bookkeeper
Location: Finchley
Salary: 40,000
Job Type: Full-time / Permanent

About the Company
Our client is a leading accountancy firm in Finchley, providing expert financial services to businesses of all sizes. With over 70 years of combined experience, they offer a jargon-free approach to accounting, ensuring clients receive clear and practical financial solutions. They serve businesses across North London, including Harrow and Finchley, specializing in accountancy, payroll, taxation, bookkeeping, company secretarial, audit, internal audit, and business start-ups.

Role Overview
Our clients looking for a Senior Bookkeeper to oversee bookkeeping and VAT return services for a portfolio of clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance. The role also involves supporting and reviewing the work of junior staff and outsourced teams while liaising with clients to resolve queries.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a client portfolio of bookkeeping and VAT returns, covering both sole traders and incorporated entities
• Bookkeeping using various software, primarily Xero
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Reviewing work completed by junior and outsourcing staff
• Responding to client queries in a timely and professional manner
• Ensuring trial balances are accurate before handing over to the accounts department
• Registering and deregistering clients for VAT
• Dealing with HMRC regarding VAT queries and compliance

Key Requirements

• At least 8 years of experience working in an accountancy practice
• Expertise in Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks bookkeeping software
• Strong knowledge of VAT schemes, VAT compliance, and some experience in VAT planning
• Experience in liaising with HMRC for VAT-related matters
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple client accounts
• Strong communication skills for client interactions

How to Apply:
If this role is of interest to you, please apply online or call Senal on (phone number removed)