Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant

About the role

This full‑time, office‑based position supports a range of start‑ups and SMEs by delivering day‑to‑day financial services. You will act as the primary finance contact for an assigned portfolio of business clients, ensuring accurate bookkeeping, compliance and high‑quality client service.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of business clients and serve as their main finance liaison.
• Maintain accurate bookkeeping records and process financial transactions.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns, CIS returns and payroll.
• Assist with year‑end accounts and related financial processes.
• Produce management accounts and financial reports.
• Reconcile accounts, resolve discrepancies and monitor deadlines.
• Provide practical financial guidance and respond to client queries.
• Liaise with clients via telephone, online meetings and face‑to‑face.

Required profile

• Previous experience as a Bookkeeper, Assistant Accountant, Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Junior Accountant, Practice Bookkeeper or similar.
• Accountancy experience in‑house within a construction firm or in a practice supporting construction clients.
• Strong knowledge of VAT, payroll, tax returns and year‑end accounting procedures.
• Experience completing CIS returns.
• Proficiency with Xero, Sage50 and QuickBooks.
• Ability to take ownership of workload and work collaboratively.
• Interest in using AI and automation tools to improve efficiency.

Required skills

• Xero
• Sage50
• QuickBooks
• VAT processing
• Payroll administration
• CIS returns
• Tax return preparation
• Year‑end accounting procedures

What we offer

• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunity to build strong client relationships and own a portfolio.
• Exposure to management accounts and advisory‑focused work.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.