Bookkeeper – Haywards Heath
Are you an experienced Bookkeeper looking to join a progressive and supportive accountancy practice? This growing firm, with multiple offices across Sussex, is seeking a detail-oriented individual to strengthen their outsourcing team.
Salary: £26,000+ per annum (depending on experience)
Benefits include:
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Auto Enrolment pension
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Cycle to work scheme
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Free flu jabs
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Non-contractual Birthday Leave
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Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
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Generous social events
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25 days holiday + bank/public holidays
Location: Haywards Heath, West Sussex
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours (Mon–Fri, 08:30–17:00). Alternative work patterns (minimum 30 hours/4 days) may be considered.
About the Role
The outsourcing team provides bookkeeping, management accounts, and payroll support – a vital service line within the firm. You’ll manage your own workload while also helping the team prioritise tasks and resolve queries.
Key responsibilities include:
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Bookkeeping for a variety of clients using software such as Xero, QuickBooks, FreeAgent, and Clear Books
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Supporting clients with bookkeeping and software queries
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Liaising with clients to ensure VAT records and returns are completed on time
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Bookkeeping to trial balance (including bank reconciliations, prepayments, and accruals)
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Preparing schedules and reports as required
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Completing and filing VAT and CIS returns
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Ensuring all work is delivered within agreed timescales
Skills & Knowledge
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2+ years’ practical bookkeeping experience
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Ideally AAT qualified (or working towards)
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Competency with cloud software (Xero and IRIS an advantage)
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Strong attention to detail
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Excellent communication and customer service skills
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Ability to work independently and as part of a team
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Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK
Why join?
This is an excellent opportunity to build your career within a forward-thinking practice that offers genuine progression pathways. The firm is an approved training employer with ICAEW, ACCA, and AAT, supporting development from trainee level through to senior positions.