Reed Practice are currently working with an Otley based, family orientated firm who are on the hunt for a bookkeeper due to an increased workload. This practice is big on progression, so if you are wanting to complete any further studies, then this can be supported. 

Main Duties

• Manage a portfolio of multiple clients bookkeeping
• Input and review data either manually or using AI such as Auto Entry
• Review and maintain sales, purchase, and general ledgers
• Post and review month-end journals
• Adhere to proper accounting standards
• Meet deadlines and time budgets
• Advise managers of any outstanding issues
• Complete and review VAT returns
• Maintain a full and accurate audit trail by filing and referencing documents
• Liaise with other departments such as Payroll
• Complete each assignment before passing it to the manager for review
• Develop and maintain good client relations
• Liaise with clients directly or through the relevant manager to resolve queries or obtain further information.
• Ensure a high level of service to meet client's expectations
• Ensure that all hours worked on assignments are correctly recorded
• Train, advise and assist clients in the use of bookkeeping software
• Training and supporting more junior members of staff

Requirements
Essential:

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently
• Previous proven book-keeping experience in an office environment
• Numerate and analytical with excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Evidence of being a proactive, self-starter who can manage to change priorities in a demanding environment
• Intermediate/advanced Excel, Xero, Sage 50, Sage 1 and QuickBooks

Desirable:

• Extensive knowledge of VAT
• AAT Level 3 Qualified
• Ability to undertake payroll processing