Bookkeeper in Camberley, Surrey

Bookkeeper – Join a Growing Accountancy Practice!

📍 Location: Camberley
💷 Salary: £28,000 – £35,000 per annum

Are you an experienced Bookkeeper looking for your next opportunity in a friendly, professional accountancy practice? Do you enjoy working with a variety of clients, keeping financial records in order, and ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes?

Our client, a well-established accountancy practice based in Camberley, is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to manage bookkeeping for a diverse portfolio of clients, put your VAT and payroll knowledge to good use, and play a key role in delivering an excellent service.

If you're organised, proactive and enjoy building strong client relationships, this could be the perfect next step in your career!

What You'll Be Doing

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping for a varied portfolio of clients using accounting software and Excel.
• Record and categorise income, expenditure, sales and purchase transactions accurately.
• Process financial information from bank statements, invoices, receipts and other client records.
• Prepare and maintain clear, accurate bookkeeping spreadsheets and supporting schedules.
• Complete bank reconciliations, investigate discrepancies and resolve queries.
• Review financial records, identify errors or missing information, and ensure everything is up to date.
• Liaise directly with clients to obtain outstanding records and information.

🧾 VAT & Compliance

• Prepare VAT returns using accounting software and Excel records.
• Review transactions and ensure the correct VAT treatment is applied.
• Submit VAT returns to HMRC where authorised.
• Maintain accurate VAT records and supporting working papers.
• Keep on top of deadlines to ensure all client work is completed accurately and on time.

🤝 Client Support & Administration

• Prepare and send accounts, tax returns and other documents to clients for review and approval.
• Arrange electronic signatures and follow up on outstanding approvals.
• Request and organise client information and documentation.
• Maintain well-organised digital files, client records and internal task lists.
• Prepare professional client emails and routine correspondence.
• Assist with day-to-day HMRC and Companies House administration.
• Work closely with accountants and colleagues to keep client work progressing smoothly.
• Provide general administrative support to the bookkeeping and accounts team.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in bookkeeping, ideally within an accountancy practice.
• Good working knowledge of VAT and an understanding of payroll processes.
• Confidence using accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and investigating discrepancies.
• Good communication skills and confidence liaising with clients.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.