Job Overview
Full-Time Junior Bookkeeper
Hub Chartered Accountants
Location: Innovation House, Wincombe Lane, Shaftesbury, SP7 8FG
Hours: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience, qualifications and potential
About Us
At Hub Chartered Accountants, we are passionate about helping ambitious business owners succeed. We pride ourselves on combining excellent technical expertise with outstanding client service, building strong relationships that genuinely make a difference.
We are a modern, forward-thinking accountancy practice that values innovation, collaboration, continuous learning, and personal development. If you are looking to build a long-term career in accountancy practice and want to be part of a supportive team that invests in your future, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role
We are looking for a motivated and ambitious Junior Bookkeeper to join our growing team.
This role is ideal for someone who is eager to develop a career in accountancy practice and enjoys working with clients, numbers, and technology. The successful candidate will primarily focus on bookkeeping responsibilities but will also gain valuable experience in payroll, VAT, general accountancy work, and client support.
You will work closely with experienced professionals who will support your development and provide opportunities for progression as your skills grow.
Key Responsibilities
Bookkeeping
- Processing purchase and sales invoices.
- Maintaining accurate bookkeeping records for a range of clients.
- Preparing and submitting VAT returns.
- Performing balance sheet reconciliations, including:
- Bank accounts
- Credit cards
- PayPal
- Shopify
- Amazon
- Other online platforms
- Supporting clients in setting up and improving bookkeeping systems.
- Identifying and correcting bookkeeping errors.
Client Support
- Acting as a point of contact for clients.
- Providing friendly, professional, and proactive customer service.
- Assisting business owners with bookkeeping queries.
- Building positive client relationships through excellent communication.
HMRC Liaison
- Communicating with HMRC on behalf of clients.
- Assisting with tax-related administration and compliance matters.
Payroll Assistance
- Assisting with the processing of payroll for multiple clients.
- Supporting payroll administration and compliance requirements.
General Accountancy Support
- Assisting with sole trader accounts and tax returns.
- Supporting the wider accounts team with client work.
- Developing knowledge across accountancy, tax, and business advisory services.
Problem Solving
- Analysing financial information.
- Identifying unusual transactions, trends, and discrepancies.
- Recommending improvements to processes and systems.
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
- Enthusiastic and keen to learn.
- Positive, engaging, and professional.
- Naturally analytical with strong problem-solving abilities.
- Organised and detail-focused.
- Comfortable communicating with clients and colleagues.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Passionate about delivering excellent client service.
- Confident using technology and learning new systems.
- Motivated to build a long-term career in accountancy practice.
Essential Skills & Experience
- AAT Level 3 or Level 4 student (or equivalent).
- Bookkeeping experience, either in practice or industry.
- Good understanding of bookkeeping principles.
- Strong IT skills and confidence using cloud-based software.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Experience using Xero.
- Knowledge of QuickBooks or Sage.
- Experience preparing VAT returns.
- Basic payroll experience.
- Previous experience within an accountancy practice environment.
- Ambition to continue professional studies and progress towards qualification.
What We Offer
Professional Development
- Ongoing training and mentorship.
- Support with professional qualifications.
- Exposure to a wide variety of clients and sectors.
- Genuine progression opportunities within the practice.
Working Environment
- Friendly and supportive team culture.
- Collaborative and innovative approach.
- Opportunity to work with modern cloud-accounting technology.
- Meaningful client interaction from the outset.
Benefits
- Medical insurance (with the option to add family members).
- Group life cover.
- Company pension.
- Free on-site parking.
- Flexible working arrangements where appropriate.
- A positive culture that supports work-life balance.
- Tea, coffee and biscuits always available!
Our Values
We are looking for someone who shares our values:
- Creative & Innovative – open to new ideas and better ways of working.
- Collaborative – works positively with colleagues and clients.
- Respectful & Empathetic – treats people with integrity and professionalism.
- Ownership – takes responsibility and follows tasks through.
- Continuous Improvement – always looking for ways to make things better.
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a brief cover letter explaining why you would be a great fit for the role to:
[email protected]
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Schedule: Monday to Friday, No Weekends
Work Location: In person, Shaftesbury Office
Start your accountancy career with a firm that will invest in your development and help you grow into a highly skilled accounting professional.
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Flexitime
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person
