Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant – Accountancy Practice Firm (Chelmsford)
£27,000 – £34,000
A long‑established accountancy practice based in mid‑Essex is looking to appoint a confident and capable Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant to join its ever‑growing team.
The firm is seeking a practice‑experienced individual who enjoys working with a varied client base and thrives in a busy, professional environment. This position offers a stable, well‑rounded role with plenty of client interaction, exposure to different accounting systems, and the chance to contribute to a friendly, supportive team.
About the Role
The successful post holder will take responsibility for the bookkeeping needs of a portfolio of mainly SME clients spanning a range of industry sectors. You’ll work with cloud‑based software to maintain accurate financial records and support the wider accounts team with management reporting and compliance tasks.
- Managing day‑to‑day bookkeeping tasks for the portfolio of clients
- Processing financial transactions and maintaining organised ledgers
- Supporting with monthly and quarterly management accounts as required
- Preparing and filing quarterly VAT returns with submissions to HMRC
- Completing bank, sales, and purchase reconciliations
- Updating fixed asset schedules
- Liaising with clients to request information and resolve queries with HMRC
- Assisting and training clients in the use of cloud‑based software such as XERO, Sage and Quickbooks
- Supporting colleagues across the department to ensure deadlines are strictly adhered to.
About You
- At least 2+ years’ experience in a UK‑based practice environment as a Bookkeeper or Accounts Assistant.
- Solid practical exposure to handling a client portfolio spanning and delivering a comprehensive range of services including bookkeeping, VAT handling, and management accounts.
- Proficiency in cloud‑based software, ideally including XERO, Sage50 and Quickbooks.
- Proven experience communicating with clients over the phone and by email.
- Organised, methodical and diligent.
What’s on Offer
- Enhanced annual leave policy with additional benefits days and bank holidays.
- Supportive team environment within an established firm.
- A varied workload with responsibility and progression potential.
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