Bookkeeping Manager

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Senior Bookkeeping
Practice-Based | Function Ownership | Xero-Focused
Salary: £28k-£33k
Join a well-established accountancy practice as Bookkeeping Manager, taking full ownership of the bookkeeping function across a growing, multi-client portfolio.
This is a senior, autonomous role, reporting directly to the Managing Director, with responsibility for ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely bookkeeping across the firm. You'll shape processes, drive efficiency, and be the go-to person for VAT, CIS, and bookkeeping matters
The role
* Oversee bookkeeping across a portfolio of clients (primarily Xero, with some QuickBooks)
* Act as the main point of contact for bookkeeping, VAT, and CIS queries
* Prepare and review VAT and CIS returns
* Manage, support, and develop a small bookkeeping team
* Ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery
* Assist with month-end and year-end processes
* Identify and implement process improvements
This is an office-based role, with flexibility available once established.
What they're looking for
* Minimum 2 years' bookkeeping experience (practice or multi-client environment preferred)
* Strong working knowledge of Xero (QuickBooks beneficial)
* Experience with VAT and CIS
* High attention to detail with strong organisational skills
* Confident communicator with clients and internal stakeholders
Desirable (not essential)
* AAT Level 3+ or qualified by experience
* Previous experience mentoring or supervising others
Additional details
* People-first culture with genuine investment in development
* Study support (financial + time during the working day)
* Annual salary reviews and bonus scheme
* Generous holiday allowance
* Access to a commercial gym
* Birthday day off
* BUPA Employee Assistance Programme
* Pension, sick pay, and strong community initiatives
* Regular company events and a collaborative working environment
This role suits an experienced bookkeeper looking to step into ownership, leadership, and long-term progression, rather than remain purely transactional
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Location:
Taunton
Salary:
£28,000 - £33,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Accounting/Financial/Insurance

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