Senior Bookkeeper
Posted on Jun 3, 2026 by CV-Library
Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex, United Kingdom
Accountancy
Immediate Start
£25k - £40k Annual
Full-Time
Our client, based in East Sussex, is seeking a Senior Bookkeeper to join its specialist tax team.
Key Responsibilities
• Manage a portfolio of bookkeeping and VAT clients, ensuring work is completed accurately and on time.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and CIS returns.
• Complete bookkeeping assignments for a range of businesses using cloud accounting software.
• Prepare management accounts and support financial reporting requirements.
• Assist with accounts preparation for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Monitor deadlines and manage workload effectively across multiple client assignments.
• Maintain regular communication with managers regarding assignment progress and client requirements.
Candidate Profile
• 3–5 years’ bookkeeping experience, ideally gained within an accountancy practice.
• Strong bookkeeping and VAT experience is essential.
• Accounts preparation experience would be advantageous.
• AAT qualified or studying towards AAT is desirable but not essential.
• Proficient in Xero, QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Office.
Benefits
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme.
• Regular social and team events.
Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.
Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful
Key Responsibilities
• Manage a portfolio of bookkeeping and VAT clients, ensuring work is completed accurately and on time.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and CIS returns.
• Complete bookkeeping assignments for a range of businesses using cloud accounting software.
• Prepare management accounts and support financial reporting requirements.
• Assist with accounts preparation for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Monitor deadlines and manage workload effectively across multiple client assignments.
• Maintain regular communication with managers regarding assignment progress and client requirements.
Candidate Profile
• 3–5 years’ bookkeeping experience, ideally gained within an accountancy practice.
• Strong bookkeeping and VAT experience is essential.
• Accounts preparation experience would be advantageous.
• AAT qualified or studying towards AAT is desirable but not essential.
• Proficient in Xero, QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Office.
Benefits
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme.
• Regular social and team events.
Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.
Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful
Reference: 225198813
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Senior Bookkeeper
Posted on Jun 3, 2026 by CV-Library
Bexhill-on-Sea, East Sussex, United Kingdom
Accountancy
Immediate Start
£25k - £40k Annual
Full-Time
Our client, based in East Sussex, is seeking a Senior Bookkeeper to join its specialist tax team.
Key Responsibilities
• Manage a portfolio of bookkeeping and VAT clients, ensuring work is completed accurately and on time.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and CIS returns.
• Complete bookkeeping assignments for a range of businesses using cloud accounting software.
• Prepare management accounts and support financial reporting requirements.
• Assist with accounts preparation for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Monitor deadlines and manage workload effectively across multiple client assignments.
• Maintain regular communication with managers regarding assignment progress and client requirements.
Candidate Profile
• 3–5 years’ bookkeeping experience, ideally gained within an accountancy practice.
• Strong bookkeeping and VAT experience is essential.
• Accounts preparation experience would be advantageous.
• AAT qualified or studying towards AAT is desirable but not essential.
• Proficient in Xero, QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Office.
Benefits
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme.
• Regular social and team events.
Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.
Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful
Key Responsibilities
• Manage a portfolio of bookkeeping and VAT clients, ensuring work is completed accurately and on time.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and CIS returns.
• Complete bookkeeping assignments for a range of businesses using cloud accounting software.
• Prepare management accounts and support financial reporting requirements.
• Assist with accounts preparation for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Monitor deadlines and manage workload effectively across multiple client assignments.
• Maintain regular communication with managers regarding assignment progress and client requirements.
Candidate Profile
• 3–5 years’ bookkeeping experience, ideally gained within an accountancy practice.
• Strong bookkeeping and VAT experience is essential.
• Accounts preparation experience would be advantageous.
• AAT qualified or studying towards AAT is desirable but not essential.
• Proficient in Xero, QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Office.
Benefits
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme.
• Regular social and team events.
Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.
Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful
Reference: 225198813
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