Senior Bookkeeper

Puro Associates

Southend-on-Sea, England, United Kingdom
full time
Posted June 14, 2026

Job Description

Senior Bookkeeper
Up to £45K DOE

We are seeking a dedicated Senior Bookkeeper to join our team in an established UK accountancy practice. This role is bookkeeping & VAT-focused and is ideal for someone who wants to build a long-term career specialising in bookkeeping.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary dependent on experience
  • Clear path for career progression within bookkeeping specialism
  • Supportive team environment
  • Generous holiday entitlement + option to buy extra leave
  • Regular team socials & informal dress code
Key Responsibilities
  • Manage a portfolio of bookkeeping clients
  • Prepare and submit VAT returns on time
  • Perform bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
  • Maintain accurate double-entry bookkeeping up to trial balance
  • Review work of more junior bookkeeping staff if required
  • Liaise with HMRC & other regulatory bodies in relation to VAT matters