Junior Bookkeeper - Brighton

Ref: 1831 Date Posted: Tuesday 03 Jun 2025

Junior Bookkeeper
Brighton | £24,000 - £28,000

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Junior Bookkeeper to join a dynamic and growing accountancy firm based in central Brighton. This is a great chance for someone at the start of their career in accountancy who is eager to develop their skills within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

The Role
As a Junior Bookkeeper, you’ll work closely with a friendly and experienced team to support a varied client portfolio across a wide range of industries. This role offers hands-on exposure to day-to-day bookkeeping duties and the chance to learn and grow within a collaborative practice setting.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Processing purchase and sales invoices

  • Bank reconciliations

  • Preparing and submitting VAT returns

  • Maintaining accurate financial records for clients

  • Supporting senior team members with ad hoc bookkeeping and administrative tasks

  • Using cloud accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage

The Ideal Candidate

  • Some previous experience in a bookkeeping or finance role (practice or industry)

  • A basic understanding of bookkeeping principles

  • Working towards or interested in studying AAT (or similar qualification)

  • Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills

  • Confident communication and a willingness to learn

  • A proactive approach and the ability to work well as part of a team

What’s On Offer

  • A competitive salary of £24,000 - £28,000, depending on experience

  • Study support and full training provided

  • A positive and collaborative team culture

  • Opportunities for progression and long-term development

  • A modern, vibrant office environment in the heart of Brighton

This is a brilliant opportunity for a junior accountancy professional who’s ready to kick-start or continue their career in practice, with the full support of a team that values growth, learning, and client service excellence.

If you're looking to develop your bookkeeping career in a firm that genuinely supports your progression, we’d love to hear from you.