Location: Milton Keynes (Office-based with hybrid working available after probation) Salary: £30,000 – £38,000 DOE The opportunity We’re supporting a well-established and busy accountancy practice in Milton Keynes to hire a capable Bookkeeper who enjoys owning the day-to-day and keeping clients organised, compliant, and up to date. This is a role for someone who wants variety, responsibility, and the chance to build long-term relationships with a portfolio of SMEs, contractors, and owner-managed businesses. You’ll be trusted to run bookkeeping to trial balance, manage VAT/CIS, and liaise confidently with HMRC where needed. Key responsibilitiesBookkeeping using Cloud Software (and Excel where required) to trial balancePreparing and submitting VAT returns (including using IRIS where applicable)CIS preparation and submissions for contractors/subcontractorsPAYE/VAT/CIS registrations with HMRCLiaising with HMRC on behalf of clients to resolve queries efficientlySupporting wider accounts team with reconciliations and year-end preparation where neededMaintaining accurate records and ensuring deadlines are consistently metWhat we’re looking for Essential:Proven practice-based bookkeeping experience (or similar multi-client environment)Confident working to trial balanceSolid understanding of VAT returns and complianceExperience with CIS (prep/submissions)Comfortable dealing with HMRC and handling client queries professionallyStrong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple prioritiesDesirable:Exposure to IRIS, Sage 50, QuickBooks, Capium or similar systemsPayroll exposure (e.g., BrightPay/Payroll Manager)AAT / relevant accounting qualification (or qualified-by-experience)What’s in it for youA stable, reputable firm with consistent workflow and supportive leadershipVariety across clients and sectors (no repetitive “one-business” bookkeeping)Clear expectations, good processes, and autonomy in your workHybrid working available after probation....Read more...
You will be responsible for managing Accountancy tasks, checking deadlines are met, chasing Clients for records, managing the Accountancy Team inbox, uploading files to Pixie CRM Client records and updating task spreadsheets.
You will prepare VAT Returns, prepare Sole Trader Accounts and preparation of Self Assessment Tax Returns and prepare Limited Company Accounts.
You must be able to work autonomously on your own initiative, with support from the team. The Accountancy team currently consists of a Client Manager ,Bookkeeper and Payroll Manager.
Our growth is because we think outside of the box and provide services differently to the traditional Accountant. If you are open minded, friendly and provide 5 Star Customer Service; You will be the perfect fit for the role.
Duties include:
Preparation of VAT Returns, Sole Trader Accounts & Limited Company Accounts
Emailing Clients to request records, ensuring Auto Emails sent and Emailing Clients to pay their VAT/SA/LTD tax
Ensuring Pixie and Task Spreadsheets are reconciled and updated
Dealing with incoming Client Records and logging + Returning records once dealt with
Managing the Admin & Accountancy Team inbox
Managing Accountancy Tasks, logging records, updating Task spreadsheets, chasing missing information and managing deadlines
Training:The Level 4 AAT apprenticeship standard includes 4 AAT exams, in addition to the Synoptic Assessment as part of the End-Point Assessment (EPA) process.
The knowledge units will be delivered at the EMA training hub in Derby through day release.
Modules will include:
Applied Management Accounting
Internal Accounting Systems and Controls
Drafting and Interpreting Financial Statements
Business Tax
Personal Tax
Attending the EMA hub in Derby city centre for classroom sessions delivered by specialist trainers. You will also be supported by a dedicated mentor through your portfolio of work and end point assessment.Training Outcome:
In return, the role provides flexibility and opportunities to the right candidate in addition to working in a friendly and fun environment
Employer Description:Are you looking for a challenging new role where you feel valued, appreciated, and can make a difference?
A well established and growing Accountancy Practice are seeking a Junior/Assistant Accountant to help to develop and grow its Accountancy offering. The role will include a mix of Administration, Accounts Preparation, Tax Return Preparation and VAT Return Preparation.
Established in 2016, our Derby office supports the needs of Law Firms across the Country by providing Outsourced Legal Cashiering services and has recently started to grow its Accountancy client base in the City through its Startup Support programme, networking events and working with the University of Derby.
Established in 2023, our Ripley office is growing quickly due to Community Engagement and working closely with the Town and Borough Council. We have plans to open hub offices such as in Belper and Alfreton in the near future.
Our Ripley office has quickly grown due to our Community Engagement programme, providing Workshops, Networking events, Training and more. We provide mentoring to Clients with a blended Compliance and Advisory offering. We have been finalists for Community Impact over the last few years in the Xero and East Midlands Chamber Awards.
We also provide specialist support to Law Firms migrating Software integrating with Xero and provide specialist Consultancy and training.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
