Bookkeeper – Coventry (On-site / Hybrid)
Salary: £26,000–£30,000 (DOE)
Holiday: 30 days
Type: Full-time, permanent
A well-established and growing accountancy practice in Coventry is seeking a bookkeeper to join their collaborative finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a modern, cloud-based environment supporting a diverse portfolio of SME and international clients.
The successful candidate will work closely with Client Account Managers in a structured team setting, contributing to high-quality service delivery across a varied client base.
Role Overview
*Maintain accurate bookkeeping records across a portfolio of clients
*Process purchase and sales invoices
*Perform bank and control account reconciliations
*Prepare and submit VAT returns in line with MTD requirements
*Assist with payroll processing when required
*Support the preparation of management accounts (including accruals and prepayments)
*Ensure all work is completed accurately and within deadlines
*Collaborate with wider team members to resolve client queries
Systems Used
*Xero (daily use essential)
*Dext
*Fully cloud-based, paperless systems
Candidate Requirements
*2–4 years’ bookkeeping experience (practice experience preferred)
*Strong, hands-on knowledge of Xero
*Good understanding of VAT and core accounting principles
*Experience with Dext or similar accounting tools
*High attention to detail and accuracy
*Comfortable working in a digital, paperless environment
*Strong written and verbal communication skills
Key Behaviours
*Takes ownership and sees tasks through to completion
*Open to feedback and committed to continuous learning
*Communicates clearly and effectively within a team
*Reliable, organised, and proactive in approach