Location
Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England
Industry sector
Financial Services
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
09/11/2026
Closing date
07/12/2026
Bookkeeper/Accountant
Location: Lincoln (office based)
Salary: £30k-£33k
Full-time or Part-time
Benjamin Edwards is recruiting for a Bookkeeper/Accountant on behalf of a small, friendly accountancy practice in Lincoln. As Bookkeeper/Accountant, you will look after the day-to-day bookkeeping for a portfolio of small business clients and get involved in VAT returns, year-end accounts preparation and tax computations. The role is available on a full-time or part-time basis and would suit someone who enjoys working directly with clients and taking their books through to year end.
The role of Bookkeeper/Accountant
* Maintain accurate bookkeeping records across a portfolio of clients using cloud accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks and Sage
* Process supplier bills and customer invoices, record receipts and payments, and track outstanding customer balances
* Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards and cash books, following up with clients to resolve discrepancies and obtain missing information
* Prepare and submit VAT returns, including reverse charge VAT where applicable, and review and submit quarterly Making Tax Digital updates for eligible clients
* Assist with CIS returns and basic payroll and PAYE processing, where required
* Prepare profit and loss summaries, trial balances and balance sheet reconciliations, and post year-end adjustments for depreciation, stock, prepayments and accruals
* Prepare tax computations for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
* Handle client financial information confidentially
The ideal candidate for the role of Bookkeeper/Accountant
* AAT qualification or ICB or IAB certification would be welcome
* At least three years' bookkeeping experience, ideally in an accountancy practice or another environment where you have supported multiple clients
* Hands-on accounts preparation experience and a working knowledge of UK VAT, tax and basic PAYE
* Confidence using cloud accounting software and Excel
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Benajmin Edwards, please do not hesitate to apply.