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- £28,000 - £34,000 a year
- QuickBooks
- Communication skills
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Practice Bookkeeper / VAT Assistant

Sweeting and Smedley
Reading

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Job details

£28,000 - £34,000 a year
6 hours ago

Qualifications

Sage
Accounting software
Xero
QuickBooks
Bookkeeping
Communication skills
AAT

Full job description

Sweeting & Smedley Limited is a well-established accountancy practice based in Hurst, near Wokingham. We work with a varied portfolio of SME clients and pride ourselves on providing a friendly, professional and reliable service.

We are now looking for an experienced bookkeeper with VAT experience to join our growing team. This is a great opportunity for someone with accountancy practice experience who enjoys working with clients, preparing VAT returns, using cloud bookkeeping software and supporting small businesses with their day-to-day accounting needs.

The Role

You will work closely with the Bookkeeping and VAT Manager, supporting a mixed portfolio of SME clients. The role will involve bookkeeping, VAT return preparation, client communication, HMRC liaison and general practice support.

This position would suit someone who is organised, accurate and confident working both independently and as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

Preparing bookkeeping records for a portfolio of SME clients
Preparing and submitting VAT returns
Assisting with VAT registrations and de-registrations
Using cloud accounting software such as Xero, FreeAgent, Sage and QuickBooks
Supporting the preparation of management information and financial reports
Assisting with year-end bookkeeping adjustments and closing balance reviews
Responding to client queries in a professional and timely manner
Liaising with HMRC where required
Working with the wider team to ensure deadlines are met
Providing general administrative and office support to the practice

About You

We are looking for someone with:

At least 3 years’ experience in an accountancy practice or similar bookkeeping/VAT role
Strong bookkeeping and VAT knowledge
Experience working with SME clients
Confident knowledge of online bookkeeping software, ideally including Xero, FreeAgent, Sage and/or QuickBooks
AAT qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Good communication skills and confidence dealing with clients
The ability to manage deadlines and prioritise workload
A proactive, reliable and team-focused approach

Why Join Us?

Join a friendly and well-established accountancy practice
Work with a varied portfolio of SME clients
Gain exposure to bookkeeping, VAT, client advisory and practice support work
Be part of a supportive team with opportunities to develop your skills
Competitive salary based on experience

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If you have accountancy practice experience and are confident with bookkeeping, VAT returns and cloud accounting software, we would love to hear from you.

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