Bookkeeper/Accounts Assistant - Hastings & Bexhill

Ref: 2045 Date Posted: Tuesday 24 Mar 2026

Senior Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant | Bexhill | £27,000 – £32,000

We’re working with a fast-growing, multi-office accountancy practice with a strong presence across Sussex, looking to appoint a Senior Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant into their Bexhill office.

This is a great opportunity for someone with strong bookkeeping experience who enjoys working with clients and wants to develop their skills further within a supportive and growing firm.

 

The Role

You’ll take ownership of a portfolio of clients, managing their bookkeeping and VAT requirements while supporting the wider team with accounts preparation.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing a portfolio of bookkeeping clients
  • Preparing and submitting VAT returns
  • Producing management accounts as required
  • Handling CIS returns
  • Supporting with accounts preparation for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
  • Managing deadlines and workflow effectively
  • Keeping managers updated on progress and client work

 

About You

  • Strong bookkeeping experience (ideally within practice)
  • Confident preparing VAT returns and working with multiple clients
  • Experience with Xero and/or QuickBooks
  • Organised, able to manage workload and meet deadlines
  • Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
  • AAT qualified or studying (desirable, not essential)

 

What’s on Offer

  • Salary £27,000 – £32,000 depending on experience
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Pension scheme
  • Regular social events
  • Flexible working options considered
  • Genuine long-term development opportunities within a growing firm

 

Why This Role?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a firm that is:

  • Growing rapidly across the region
  • Known for developing people internally
  • Offering real progression opportunities over time

If you’re looking for a role where you can take ownership of your work, build client relationships and continue developing your skills in practice, we’d love to hear from you.