Core Responsibilities

• Posting clients records on to accounting software (Sage, Xero & QuickBooks)
• Preparation of VAT returns and online filing with HMRC
• Building and maintaining client relationships
• Ensuring all work is completed timely and within budget
• Utilising Microsoft Office (notably Excel) to maximise accurate and timely output
• Meeting all deadlines with an efficient and effective service
• Completing Timesheets and checklists accurately
• Resolving client queries
• Reconciling balance sheet nominals
• Reviewing completed works to ensure accuracy
• Visiting client premises to carry out bookkeeping onsite
• Maintaining knowledge on Sage, Xero and QuickBooks
• Utilising and identifying third-party apps to improve the efficiency of the processes.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Strong Excel Skills
• Previous experience working in an accounts/bookkeeping role
• Minimum level 2 AAT, level 3 preferred.
• Ideally proficient in Sage Line 50
• With experience using Xero and/or QuickBooks
• Uses initiative and be pro-active
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Outstanding organisation skills
• Ability to work to deadlines and manage a diverse portfolio of clients
• Someone who takes pride in their work and in offering a first-class service
• Comfortable working within a fast-paced working environment
• Team player

To apply, please send your C.V to hannahc@barrons-bds.com

No recruitment agency submissions will be considered.