Bookkeeper - Accountancy Practice
Bedford | £25,000 - £30,000 FTE | Part-time or Full-time | Office Based | Flexible Hours
Butler Rose is delighted to be supporting a well-established and highly regarded accountancy practice in Bedford in their search for an experienced Bookkeeper. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys client-focused bookkeeping work and is looking for a long-term, stable role within a professional and friendly environment.
The Opportunity:
You'll be joining a close-knit Bookkeeping and VAT team responsible for supporting a diverse client portfolio. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in accurate bookkeeping and VAT work and is not looking to progress into general accounting.
Key Responsibilities:
- Day-to-day bookkeeping for a range of clients across various industries
- Preparation and submission of VAT returns (including multiple VAT schemes)
- Preparation of management accounts
- Handling CIS return submissions
- Supporting clients with cloud accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage)
- Advising clients on Making Tax Digital
- General administrative tasks as needed
What We're Looking For:
- AAT qualified or qualified by experience
- Solid background in bookkeeping, ideally gained in an accountancy practice
- Proficient in cloud-based accounting software and Excel
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Someone who enjoys working in a dedicated bookkeeping role and is not seeking progression into wider accountancy work
The Offer:
- Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 (Full-Time Equivalent)
- Hours: 22.5 to 37 hours per week - flexible for the right candidate
- Holidays: 25 days + bank holidays (pro rata)
- Pension: Auto-enrolment scheme
- Medical and Life Cover: Available after 2 years of service
- Flexi-time available
- Office-based role in Bedford with occasional client visits (driving licence and own car required)
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Bookkeeper who values consistency, client relationships, and working in a stable, supportive environment.
For more information or to apply, please contact Victoria Newing at Butler Rose on 07384237958 or submit your CV today.
Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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