Bookkeeper

Bookkeeper | Top 20 Firm | Bolton

Are you an experienced Bookkeeper looking to take the next step in your public practice career within a leading, progressive accountancy group? Do you thrive on managing diverse client portfolios, utilizing modern cloud accounting tech like Xero and Dext, and enjoying flexi-time hours with free parking? If so, this role offers an ideal balance of professional development, work-life flexibility, and client interaction.

About the Firm

This Top 20 accountancy firm is one of the North West’s leading practice groups, combining the national reach and backing of a major UK network with a personable, team-centric culture. Advising a vibrant mix of entrepreneurial owner-managed businesses, high-growth SMEs, and private clients, the practice prides itself on offering exceptional technical quality alongside a genuine focus on employee wellbeing, flexible working, and structured internal progression.

Responsibilities

Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions accurately for a wide-ranging portfolio of clients.
Complete monthly and quarterly bank reconciliations efficiently using modern cloud accounting tools.
Prepare and submit timely VAT returns in full compliance with Making Tax Digital (MTD) regulations.
Set up, configure, and migrate client accounting software—with a dedicated focus on Xero and integrated apps like Dext.
Provide structured onboarding support and hands-on software training to client internal accounting teams.
Serve as a primary point of daily contact for client queries via telephone, MS Teams, and email.

As a Bookkeeper you will:

Work directly alongside Managers and Partners to deliver high-quality client accounting support.
Collaborate within a supportive, multi-office practice network of 250+ professionals where knowledge sharing is actively encouraged.
Drive technology adoption by helping client businesses modernize their financial processes with Xero.
Benefit from personalized internal training plans to refine your technical knowledge and advance your career.
Play a key role in maintaining excellent client retention through proactive, friendly communication.

What You’ll Receive

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days per year.
Flexi-time working system with core hours set between 10am and 4pm.
Subsidised healthcare coverage via Health Shield.
Free on-site car parking in Bolton.
Cycle to Work scheme and corporate discounts portal (computers, phones, gym memberships).
Structured internal training and personalized progression pathways.

At Austin Rose, we specialise in Public Practice recruitment and use our market insight to support professionals in securing roles aligned with their long-term ambitions.

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