Job title: Bookkeeper
Job type: Permanent
Industry: Accountancy & Finance
Sub-Functional Expertise: Bookkeeping Manager Senior Bookkeeper
Salary type: Annual
Salary: GBP £32,000.00
Location: Bolton, UK
Job published: 2025-07-14
Job ID: 37171
Contact name: Jake Harris
Phone number: +443339962882
Contact email: j.harris@h-fts.com

Job Description

Bookkeeper – Established Accountancy Practice – Bolton
Salary: Up to £30,000 (dependent on experience)

 

A well-established and growing accountancy practice in Bolton is seeking a skilled Bookkeeper to join their expanding team. This practice is part of a larger group that champions SME businesses across the UK, with a strong focus on helping clients grow and succeed.

 

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has thrived in practice and enjoys managing their own diverse client portfolio. You'll be joining a supportive team that values collaboration and delivers consistently excellent results for their clients.

 

What you'll be doing:

 

  • Managing comprehensive bookkeeping services for a varied portfolio of sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
  • Preparing and submitting VAT returns accurately and on time
  • Reconciling bank statements and maintaining up-to-date ledgers
  • Building strong relationships with clients to gather records and respond to queries
  • Utilising cloud accounting software including Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage on a daily basis

 

What we're looking for:

  • Proven experience working within a UK accountancy practice environment
  • Strong bookkeeping knowledge with excellent VAT understanding
  • Confidence using modern cloud accounting software
  • A proactive, organised approach to managing client deadlines
  • AAT qualification would be advantageous but not essential

 

What's on offer:

  • Competitive salary up to £30,000 based on your experience
  • Comprehensive study support if you're working towards AAT or other professional qualifications
  • Company pension scheme
  • Excellent team culture with regular social events and team building activities
  • Opportunity to work with a practice that truly values its people and supports professional development

 

Ready to join a firm that champions your success and career growth?

 

Apply today or contact Jake for a confidential discussion on j.harris@h-fts.com