Bookkeeper

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