Location
Ramsgate
Industry sector
Accounting, Finance
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
06/11/2025
Posted date
03/10/2025
Closing date
24/10/2025
We are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join a small, friendly team in a well-established accountancy office based in Thanet. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone confident in managing bookkeeping and VAT responsibilities for a portfolio of varied clients.
The successful candidate will work closely with a team of five, providing essential support to SMEs across different industries, including sole traders, partnerships, landlords, trusts, and limited companies (non-audit).
The package includes £27-30K per annum, 28 days annual leave including bank holidays, office closure between Christmas and New Year, and company pension. 35 hours per week - Mon-Fri 9am-5pm with 1-2pm lunch break.
Key Responsibilities
* Day-to-day bookkeeping for a range of clients
* Preparing accounts up to trial balance
* Managing VAT returns
* Handling accruals, prepayments, and year-end adjustments
* Supporting tax changes for landlords and sole traders ahead of the 2026 quarterly reporting requirements
* Liaising with clients and the internal team to ensure accurate and timely reporting
Preferred Experience & Skills
* Strong practical bookkeeping knowledge
* Experience in practice (preferred) - accustomed to handling multiple client accounts
* Proficient in QuickBooks Online (or similar e.g. Sage/Xero Online) (essential)
* Working knowledge of Xero Online (advantageous; training available)
* Comfortable using Excel, Dext, and other bookkeeping platforms
* Experience preparing sole trader accounts
* Ability to work independently and confidently up to trial balance
* Clear communicator and team player
* Adaptable and open to learning - particularly in light of upcoming tax and software changes
* Payroll knowledge would be a bonus, but not essential
* AAT, ICB qualified or qualified by experience - all considered
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