What is the typical salary for a Bookkeeper in the UK?

Based on 88 current UK Bookkeeper vacancies, salaries typically range from £26,000 to £36,000 per year, with a median of £32,000. The exact figure depends on experience, employer and location.

Where in the UK are Bookkeeper jobs hiring most?

The cities currently hiring the most Bookkeeper staff are Leicester, Chichester, Tamworth, Park Royal, Preston.

Bookkeeper Jobs

Q: How many Bookkeeper jobs are there in the UK?

There are currently 138 live Bookkeeper vacancies across the UK. Listings refresh throughout the day, so the number changes constantly.

Browse 138 live Bookkeeper vacancies across the UK. Listings refresh throughout the day.

Part of our Accountancy jobs sector.

Bookkeepers maintain day-to-day financial records — sales and purchase ledgers, bank reconciliation, VAT returns and payroll for smaller businesses. AAT Level 2 or 3 is the typical UK qualification, though many bookkeepers are self-taught. Sage, Xero, QuickBooks and FreeAgent experience all carry weight.

Bookkeeper salary in the UK

£26,000 – £36,000

Typical annual salary range

Based on 88 current UK vacancies (25th–75th percentile)

£32,000

Median pay

Per year

138

Live vacancies

UK-wide right now

Salary range computed from current UK Bookkeeper listings. Outliers excluded (25th–75th percentile of advertised salaries). Hourly, weekly and daily rates are annualised to a 37.5-hour week.

Top cities hiring Bookkeepers right now

Bookkeeper in Leicester Bookkeeper in Chichester Bookkeeper in Tamworth Bookkeeper in Park Royal Bookkeeper in Preston

Bookkeeper / Finance Assistant

Tony Pugal Recruitment

LS12, Holbeck, City and Borough of Leeds Permanent £30000 - £34000/annum Fulltime Position

10 applied

Bookkeeper – Accounts Charity. The Role The Bookkeeper plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth financial operations of our...

24 days ago View Apply →

Bookkeeper

PRL Site Solutions

Deeside, County of Flintshire Temporary £18 - £20/hour

Bookkeeper (CIS Experience Required. We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our growing CIS-focused...

27 days ago View Apply →

Practice Bookkeeper

TPF Recruitment

Chichester Permanent £26000 - £36000/annum £26,000 - £36,000

TPF Recruitment are recruiting for a Bookkeeper to join a prestigious, and well established accountancy practice based in...

27 days ago View Apply →

Bookkeeper

TPF Recruitment

Bexhill on Sea Permanent £26000 - £32000/annum £26,000 - £32,000

TPF Recruitment is supporting a growing and ambitious firm of accountants in Bexhill with the recruitment of a Bookkeeper. This...

27 days ago View Apply →

Bookkeeper/Assistant Accountant

Candidate Source

Paisley Permanent £26500 - £33125/annum

10 applied

This Bookkeeper/Assistant Accountant role is built for someone who wants more than just processing numbers… it's your chance to...

27 days ago View Apply →

Bookkeeper

TPF Recruitment

Reigate Permanent £27000 - £32000/annum £27,000 - £32,000

10 applied

TPF Recruitment is partnering with an independent firm of chartered accountants located near Reigate, who are seeking a skilled...

27 days ago View Apply →

Bookkeeper & Operations Administrator

HR Dept (Recruitment Agency)

Basingstoke, Hampshire Permanent £30000 - £40000/annum

10 applied

We are seeking a detail‑driven and professional Bookkeeper & Operations Administrator to join our client near Basingstoke. This...

27 days ago View Apply →

Bookkeeper

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD

Atherstone, Warwickshire Permanent £26000 - £30000/annum

10 applied

Job Title: Bookkeeper. Location: Atherstone, Coventry. Package: £(phone number removed) , hybrid working, digitally based,...

28 days ago View Apply →

Bookkeeper

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD

Penrith, Cumbria Permanent £25000 - £32000/annum 25 days holiday + 8BH

10 applied

Due to continued growth, they are seeking a skilled and motivated Bookkeeper to join their team. This opportunity is being...

28 days ago View Apply →

Bookkeeper

Verelogic

Coventry Permanent £26000 - £30000/annum

10 applied

Bookkeeper – Coventry (On-site / Hybrid. Salary: £26,000–£30,000 (DOE. Holiday: 30 days. Type: Full-time, permanent. A...

28 days ago View Apply →

Bookkeeper

Anderson Recruitment Ltd

Quedgeley, Gloucestershire Contract

10 applied

Our client based in Quedgeley, Gloucester requires an experienced Bookkeeper to provide interim support to their Finance team....

28 days ago View Apply →

Bookkeeper

Alexandrite Recruitment Ltd

Chittering, Cambridgeshire Permanent £25000 - £32000/annum

10 applied

Bookkeeper. Full time permanent – fully office based. Up to £32,000. Chittering, Cambridge. I'm recruiting for a Bookkeeper to...

28 days ago View Apply →