Senior Bookkeeper
New Yesterday
Senior Bookkeeper Location:
Coventry (Binley Road) Package:
£24,000 - £28,000 (dependent on experience and pro-rata hours), Pension, Incremental Holiday Scheme Working Hours:
Flexible (32 - 37.5 hours per week), Monday-Friday Company Overview This practice is a well-established, family-oriented accountancy practice based in Coventry with over 40 years of history. We pride ourselves on moving away from 'faceless' accounting by providing a deeply personal service to our clients. Following a period of continued organic growth, we are looking for a dedicated Senior Bookkeeper to join our close-knit team of 19 professionals. We offer a supportive culture where staff are treated as individuals, not numbers. We are currently transitioning toward more flexible working arrangements and modernizing our internal processes while maintaining the high-quality, local service our clients expect. Job Responsibilities Client Portfolio Management:
Take full responsibility for the bookkeeping requirements of a diverse range of long-standing clients. Personalized Service:
Act as a primary point of contact, building strong relationships and understanding the specific needs of each business owner. Core Bookkeeping:
Maintain accurate financial records, including ledger management, bank reconciliations, and VAT return preparation. Deadline Management:
Ensure all statutory deadlines (such as monthly VAT or CIS returns) are met with precision and quality. Team Collaboration:
Work closely with the senior partners and the wider audit and accounts teams to ensure a seamless service. Workflow Support:
Assist in maintaining the firm's high standards of quality as we continue to expand our client base. Job Requirements Practice Experience:
Significant experience working within an accountancy practice is essential. Technical Proficiency:
A strong background in bookkeeping, VAT, and preparing records for further accountancy stages. Client-First Mindset:
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain financial information clearly to clients. Reliability:
A proactive approach to managing deadlines and the ability to work independently within a team setting. Adaptability:
Comfortable working in a professional office environment that values face-to-face team integration. Salary & Benefits Competitive Salary:
£24,000 - £28,000 (dependent on hours and experience). Flexible Working:
Tailored start and finish times to suit personal commitments (e.g., school runs). Holiday Loyalty Scheme:
Standard statutory holidays increasing by one day for every year of service after five years (up to 5 additional days). Parking:
Secure, on-site private car park. Supportive Environment:
A stable team with high staff retention and a focus on professional well-being. Location Benefits:
Based in a prominent, easily accessible location on Binley Road, Coventry. Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.
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- Location:
- United Kingdom
- Job Type:
- PartTime
- Category:
- Accountancy