Senior Bookkeeper

Job Title: Bookkeeper in Accountancy Practice

Location: Bexhill

Full-Time (Part-Time Considered)

Salary: £28,000 - £35,000

Software: Predominantly Quickbooks but Xero and Sage are desirable

Are you an experienced bookkeeper with a background in accountancy practice? Do you enjoy managing your own portfolio of clients and being part of a supportive, collaborative team? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

The Role:

Our client, a well-established and friendly accountancy practice based in Bexhill, is looking for a confident and capable bookkeeper to join their growing team. Working with a varied portfolio of clients, you’ll provide high-quality bookkeeping services and play a key role in supporting the wider accounts function.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of bookkeeping clients across a range of industries

• Maintain accurate financial records, ledgers, and journals

• Bank reconciliations and VAT returns

• Prepare and submit data using Xero and QuickBooks

• Liaise with clients directly and provide guidance when needed

• Work closely with other team members to support client delivery

• Ensure compliance with HMRC requirements and deadlines

About You:

• Previous experience working in an accountancy practice is essential

• Strong working knowledge of Xero and QuickBooks

• Excellent attention to detail and good time management skills

• Confident communicator with a client-focused approach

• Able to work both independently and as part of a team

• AAT qualification (or similar) would be beneficial but not essential

What’s on Offer:

• A friendly and flexible working environment

• Full-time position (part-time applications also welcomed)

• Ongoing support and opportunities for development

• Competitive salary and benefits package

Interested?

If you’re an experienced bookkeeper looking for your next role in practice—and you’d love to work with a great team in a local, client-focused firm—we’d love to hear from you.