Head Bookkeeper

Company: Autograph Recruitment
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Location: Gloucester
Job Description:

Overview

Head of Bookkeeping – Cheltenham

Position: Part/Full-time / Permanent

Salary: up to £32k depending on experience

Are you an experienced bookkeeping professional looking to take ownership of a key function within a growing accountancy practice? This firm works closely with a varied client base including sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies, delivering a hands-on and personal service.

This role is ideal for an experienced bookkeeper who enjoys responsibility, client interaction and being a central part of a small, collaborative, office based team.

Responsibilities

  • Overseeing and managing the bookkeeping function for a varied client portfolio
  • Preparation and review of bookkeeping records using Xero and QuickBooks
  • Preparing and reviewing VAT returns and ensuring compliance
  • Acting as a key point of contact for bookkeeping-related client queries
  • Maintaining high standards of accuracy and organisation across all bookkeeping work
  • Supporting the ongoing development and improvement of bookkeeping processes

Qualifications

  • Significant experience in bookkeeping within a UK accountancy practice
  • Strong working knowledge of Xero and QuickBooks
  • Comfortable liaising directly with clients and building long-term relationships
  • A team-focused individual who values working in a small, office-based environment

Next steps

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, then please contact Laura Powell on 01454 550883 or email laura@autographrecruitment.co.uk, or click Apply to upload your CV for consideration.

If this job is not quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, as a specialist Accountancy & Finance Recruiter, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Autograph Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

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Posted: June 4th, 2026