Senior Bookkeeper

This role offers the opportunity to manage a varied client portfolio across Essex and London, delivering accurate bookkeeping, VAT, payroll, and management accounts while building strong client relationships. Working both independently and as part of a supportive team, you will play a key role in maintaining high professional standards and contributing to the continued success of this expanding business.

Duties (include but are not limited to):

• Oversee and manage a portfolio of client bookkeeping requirements across Essex and London
• Complete double-entry bookkeeping, maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records
• Manage sales and purchase ledgers, including invoicing, payments, and reconciliations
• Prepare and submit VAT returns in line with HMRC regulations
• Monitor bank accounts, perform bank reconciliations, and track client cash flow
• Process payroll and manage CIS returns for a range of clients
• Produce management accounts and financial reports to support client decision-making
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients, acting as a key point of contact (including occasional client visits)
• Supervise and support a bookkeeper, reviewing their work for accuracy and completeness
• Provide on-the-job training, guidance, and ongoing development support to the bookkeeper
• Work across multiple accounting platforms (including Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, and others)
• Carry out general administrative duties and support the wider team as required