Job Description

Bury St Edmunds Full Time Date posted: 2025-08-2626th August 2025 Churchgate Accountants Limited

Churchgates is a unique and powerful combination of Accountants, Tax Advisors, Solicitors, Financial Planners and Investment Managers. We believe that all people should be treated with respect and our culture is to maintain a friendly, professional environment where traditional values still count.



We are currently looking for an experienced and enthusiastic bookkeeper to join our Accounts Team on a part-time basis (15-20 hours per week).

The role

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Process client transactions using various bookkeeping software in line with UK GAAP (predominantly Xero, but also quickbooks, Freeagent). Utilise data capture software such as DEXT, Hubdoc for efficient transaction processing. Review and submit client VAT Returns. Run monthly/annual payroll for clients with maximum of 50 employees. Develop successful relationships with clients for which you have client contact, ensuring high standards of service are maintained, and client satisfaction optimised. Provide training and advice to clients and staff on matters associated with bookkeeping, payroll, VAT Returns. Work with other departments and accounts team members to ensure joined up service and "one team" approach. Control client work in relation to timescales and client perceptions and ensure all relevant members of staff are informed of client issues. Adhere to internal and risk management procedures of the firm and specifically those of the accounts department. Visit clients on premises as and when required. Carry out any other duties to meet with the needs of the business.

Desired skills

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AAT level 3 or qualified by experience. 3-5 years' experience working in a bookkeeping role. Proficient in Xero. Strong verbal communication skills. High degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to work in a team. Ability to manage own portfolio of clients including correspondence, telephone calls and ensuring relevant file notes are completed and filed in our document management system. Licence to drive in UK.

What you will receive

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A competitive salary Minimum 23 days holiday, plus bank holidays (full-time equiv.). Birthday Leave. Holiday purchase/sale scheme. Flexible home working policy. Matching employer pension contributions up to 6% of salary. Salary sacrifice available for pension contributions. Income Protection if you are off work due to long term illness or injury equal to 50% of salary until State pension age. Death in service benefit (4x basic salary). Private Health Insurance - Individual cover available. Up to two professional subscriptions paid for. Encouragement to develop and learn by attending training courses and CPD events. Soft skills workshops Employee Assistance programme Length of service recognition * Social events paid for or subsidised by the firm