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Senior Bookkeeper | Business Services Manager - Accountancy Practice
Central London
£40,000 - £50,000+ DOE

Butler Rose Public Practice is delighted to be supporting a leading specialist accountancy firm in the recruitment of a Senior Bookkeeper or Business Services Manager to join their team.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a globally recognised firm specialising in the entertainment, media, sport and creative industries. Working with an impressive portfolio of high-profile clients, you will manage your own client portfolio while delivering high-quality bookkeeping, VAT and business management services within a collaborative and supportive team.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of clients across the entertainment, media, sport and creative sectorsPrepare bookkeeping records and process VAT returns for a varied client baseLiaise directly with clients, agents, managers and other professional advisersReconcile agency statements and assist with withholding tax (WHT) mattersProcess payrolls where applicable (experience beneficial)Ensure clients receive a proactive, confidential and high-quality serviceSupport and review junior team members as the role develops

Key Requirements

Minimum 5 years experience within an accountancy practice in a bookkeeping or business services roleStrong bookkeeping and VAT experienceExperience using Xero (Sage experience also beneficial)Knowledge of UK VAT and PAYE, with WHT experience advantageousExcellent communication skills with the confidence to work directly with high-profile clientsOrganised, discreet and able to manage multiple client assignments simultaneouslyPrevious experience working with entertainment, media or sports clients would be advantageous

What's on Offer

Competitive salary from £40,00028 days annual leave (including bank holidays)Ongoing technical and professional developmentOpportunity to progress into a managerial role with staff supervision responsibilitiesFriendly, collaborative culture with regular team socialsPart-time (4-day week) considered

Interested?
If this sounds like the next step in your career, get in touch with Demetria Petropoulos to find out more - 016 1388 5710 | [email protected]

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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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Senior Bookkeeper - Growing Independent Practice
Milton Keynes (Hybrid)
£35,000 - £40,000 DOE

Butler Rose Public Practice is pleased to be supporting a independent accountancy practice in Milton Keynes, as they look to recruit a Senior Bookkeeper to join their team.

This role would suit an experienced practice-based bookkeeper who enjoys the ins and outs of bookkeeping and autonomy of the service, managing a varied workload, client advisory, and supporting the development of junior team members. You'll play a key role in the day-to-day delivery of bookkeeping services, VAT queries and returns while benefiting from hybrid working.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a varied portfolio of clients and act as main point on contract for bookkeeping and VAT queries.Complete balance sheet reconciliations including bank, VAT, payroll, CIS, loans, and intercompany accountsDouble-entry bookkeepingProcess bills, expenses, supplier payments, and credit controlPrepare and review VAT returnsReview work completed by junior team membersAssist with training and development of junior staff

Key Requirements

Must be AAT Qualified or QBEMinimum 5 years' bookkeeping experience, ideally within an accountancy practiceStrong VAT knowledge with confidence preparing and reviewing returnsExperience managing multiple clients and deadlinesProficiency in Xero (essential) Sage and QuickBooks experience advantageousExcellent attention to detail and accuracyConfident communicator with a client-focused approachEnjoys problem-solving and supporting client needs

What's on Offer

Hybrid working - 3 days office / 2 days homeFlexitime schemeCompany pensionFree on-site parkingAccess to private medical insurance (self-funded)Health Assured programme and sick payEnhanced maternity leaveBonus schemeSupportive, collaborative working environment

Interested?
If this sounds like the next step in your career, get in touch with Demetria Petropoulos to find out more - 0161 388 5710 / d . petropoulos @ butlerrose . com

Know someone perfect for this role?
We offer a £150 retail voucher for every successful referral we place - so if you refer a friend or colleague who's hired through Butler Rose, you'll be rewarded!

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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