Job category: Accounting

BOOKKEEPER – EAST GRINSTEAD – £35,000 + Hybrid Working 

Are you an experienced Bookkeeper looking for a secure, full-time position with long-term prospects?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a confident and detail-focused Bookkeeper to join a well-established and highly regarded accountancy practice in East Grinstead.

Offering a salary of circa £35,000, excellent benefits and overtime when required, this Bookkeeper role provides stability, variety and career development within a professional environment.

About the role
This full-time Bookkeeper position will focus primarily on supporting sole traders, with some exposure to partnerships and limited companies.
Key responsibilities include:

  • Processing payments, invoices, income and receipts
  • Accurately entering financial data into Xero
  • Preparing and submitting VAT returns
  • Identifying and flagging inconsistencies to assist with reconciliations
  • Supporting with year-end accounts preparation
  • Managing bookkeeping duties within a client-facing environment

The successful Bookkeeper will play a vital role in ensuring accurate financial records are maintained while working closely with accountants and managers.

What we are looking for
The ideal Bookkeeper will demonstrate:

  • Solid bookkeeping experience, particularly with sole traders
  • Experience with partnerships and limited companies (advantageous but not essential)
  • Working knowledge of Xero (preferred – full training can be provided)
  • Knowledge of Sage and CCH (beneficial but not essential)
  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
  • A professional and personable approach
  • Confidence in a client-facing role
  • Residence within reasonable commuting distance of East Grinstead

This opportunity would suit a proactive and reliable Bookkeeper seeking a stable and rewarding position.

What’s in it for you

  • Salary circa £35,000 per annum
  • Overtime available when required
  • Hybrid working 
  • Private medical scheme
  • Group life insurance scheme
  • Supportive and professional working environment

About the company

This established and specialist firm of chartered certified accountants provides VAT, taxation and accounting services to a substantial professional client base.
With thousands of clients nationwide, the firm is recognised within its niche sector and offers a structured, professional and collaborative working culture.

If you are an experienced Bookkeeper ready to take the next step in your career, this opportunity is not to be missed.

In application for this role, you are consenting to TN Recruits Ltd retaining your details to secure you work. All information provided will be held securely for up to 3 years unless we are contacted and instructed otherwise.

Accounts Assistant – Tunbridge Wells

Have you just graduated and looking to start a career in finance or started your AAT?

An excellent opportunity has arisen to join a successful and growing organisation based in central Tunbridge Wells.

This full-time, office-based position offers a diverse workload across purchase ledger, sales ledger and general accounts administration, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering accurate, high-quality work.

As an integral member of the finance team, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the accounts function while contributing to the continued success of the business.
Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing purchase ledger inboxes
  • Processing supplier invoices, timesheets and credit card transactions
  • Applying correct tax, cost and account codes
  • Reconciling supplier statements and ledgers
  • Preparing payment runs
  • Handling supplier queries
  • Managing retention processes
  • Raising sales invoices
  • Dealing with invoicing queries
  • Maintaining debtor processes
  • Maintaining electronic filing systems
  • Supporting the finance team with ad hoc accounts duties as required

What we are looking for
The successful candidate will be organised, proactive and highly detail-oriented, with previous experience in an accounts administration role.
To be successful, you will have:

  • Ideally looking for someone who has started AAT.
  • Ideally experience in accounts administration, purchase ledger and sales ledger
  • Strong Excel skills (formulas)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organisational and time-management abilities
  • A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • The ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a busy environment
  • A positive and professional approach to problem-solving

What’s in it for you

  • Salary of £25,000 – £30,000 dependant on experience.
  • Company pension
  • Health insurance
  • Whole life insurance
  • Parking
  • Friendly and supportive team environment
  • Opportunity to contribute to process improvements
  • Long-term stability within a growing organisation

About the company

Our client is a well-established and growing organisation with an excellent reputation within its sector. They pride themselves on creating a supportive and collaborative working environment where employees are valued, encouraged to develop and recognised for their contribution.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable business that continues to invest in its people and future growth.

If you’re looking for a new challenge where your skills and experience will be valued, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today for immediate consideration. Interviews will be arranged on a rolling basis, so early applications are strongly encouraged.

In application for this role, you are consenting to TN Recruits Ltd retaining your details to secure you work. All information provided will be held securely for up to 3 years unless we are contacted and instructed otherwise.

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