Job Description

Location:

Office-based | Hamilton

Employment Type:

Full-Time | Permanent

Working Hours:

9:00am - 5:00pm, Monday to Friday (overtime may be required, particularly during busier periods)

An opportunity has arisen for a highly experienced and detail-oriented

Bookkeeper

to join our established and growing accounts team. This role is ideally suited to a candidate with a strong background in bookkeeping and VAT, who is confident working in a small but busy office environment.

Role Overview:

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing day-to-day bookkeeping and VAT duties for a portfolio of clients or internal accounts. A high level of proficiency with

Sage

and

Xero

accounting software is essential. You will also provide support and guidance to junior members of the team as required, ensuring a high standard of work and continued development within the department.

A working knowledge of upcoming changes related to

Making Tax Digital

would be highly advantageous.

Key Responsibilities:

Processing and maintaining accurate financial records Preparation and submission of VAT returns Bank reconciliations and ledger maintenance Month-end processes and reporting Utilising

Sage

and

Xero

to manage accounts efficiently Assisting with the training and supervision of junior staff Liaising with clients, HMRC, and external stakeholders when required Supporting compliance with current accounting standards and digital tax requirements

Candidate Requirements:

Significant prior experience in a bookkeeping role, ideally within a small office or accountancy practice Strong working knowledge of

Sage

and

Xero

Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise workload effectively Professional, reliable, and proactive in approach Excellent written and verbal communication skills A recognised bookkeeping or accounting qualification (e.g. AAT, ICB) is desirable but

not essential

for candidates with proven experience.

What We Offer:

A supportive and collaborative working environment The opportunity to play a key role within a well-regarded accounts team Scope for ongoing professional development Competitive remuneration, commensurate with experience

Working Conditions:

Office-based, 9:00am - 5:00pm, Monday to Thursday, 9:00am-4:30pm on Fridays. Overtime will be expected during peak periods (e.g. month-end, year-end, VAT deadlines)

Salary:

Dependent on experience
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 23,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Application question(s):

Please note that we are unable to offer any sponsorship for workers requiring this. By continuing with the application, you are confirming that you do not need sponsorship to work in the UK.
Experience:

bookkeeeping/VAT return: 5 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person