Job Description

Accounting Technician/Bookkeeper - Accountancy Practice
Milton Keynes (Hybrid)
32,000 - 40,000 DOE
Butler Rose Public Practice is pleased to be supporting a growing, independent accountancy practice in Milton Keynes, as they look to recruit an Accounting Technician/Bookkeeper to join their friendly and collaborative team.
This role would suit an experienced practice-based bookkeeper who enjoys managing a varied client portfolio, client advisory, and supporting the development of junior team members. You'll play a key role in the day-to-day delivery of bookkeeping services, VAT queries and returns while benefiting from flexible working and clear opportunities for progression.
Key Responsibilities

• Manage a varied portfolio of clients and act as main point on contract for bookkeeping and VAT queries.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations including bank, VAT, payroll, CIS, loans, and intercompany accounts
• Double-entry bookkeeping
• Process bills, expenses, supplier payments, and credit control
• Prepare and review VAT returns
• Review work completed by junior team members
• Assist with training and development of junior staff

Key Requirements

• AAT Level 4 or ACCA PQ
• Minimum 5 years' bookkeeping experience, ideally within an accountancy practice
• Strong VAT knowledge with confidence preparing and reviewing returns
• Experience managing multiple clients and deadlines
• Proficiency in Xero (essential); Sage and QuickBooks experience advantageous
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Confident communicator with a client-focused approach
• Enjoys problem-solving and supporting client needs

What's on Offer

• Hybrid working - 3 days office / 2 days home
• Flexitime scheme
• Company pension
• Free on-site parking
• Access to private medical insurance (self-funded)
• Health Assured programme and sick pay
• Supportive, collaborative working environment
• Ongoing training and genuine career progression opportunities

Interested?
If this sounds like the next step in your career, get in touch with Demetria Petropoulos to find out more - 0161 388 5710 / d . petropoulos @ butlerrose . com
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Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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