Job title: Bookkeeper
Job type: Permanent
Industry: Accountancy & Finance
Sub-Functional Expertise: Senior Bookkeeper
Salary type: Annual
Salary: GBP £32,000.00
Location: Northallerton, UK
Job published: 2025-06-11
Job ID: 39542
Contact name: David Hawthorne-Finch
Phone number: +443339962882
Contact email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Job Description

Bookkeeper – Accountancy Practice – Northallerton, North Yorkshire
Salary: £26,000 – £32,000 (DOE)
Full-time | Office-based | Permanent

We’re recruiting for a Bookkeeper on behalf of a well-established and respected Accountancy Practice in Northallerton. This firm has built a strong reputation in the local market for delivering excellent service, a supportive working environment, and long-term career opportunities.

What’s in it for you:

  • Competitive salary £26,000 – £32,000, depending on experience

  • Friendly, down-to-earth team with strong client relationships

  • A varied workload across sectors and industries

  • Ongoing support with professional development and training

  • A stable, long-term role with a highly regarded Practice

What the role involves:

You’ll be responsible for managing bookkeeping tasks for a portfolio of clients, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring compliance with current financial regulations.

Key responsibilities:

  • Managing day-to-day bookkeeping for multiple clients

  • Preparing VAT returns

  • Bank reconciliations and posting journals

  • Processing invoices, payments, and receipts

  • Liaising directly with clients to resolve queries

  • Supporting accountants with month-end and year-end preparation

What we’re looking for:

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a UK accountancy practice

  • Strong working knowledge of cloud-based software such as Xero or QuickBooks

  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines

  • Confident communicating with clients and managing a varied workload

  • AAT qualified or working towards (desirable but not essential)

Interested?

If you're looking for a new challenge with a well-run, supportive firm where your experience will be valued—this could be the right move for you.

Apply now or message for a confidential chat.