Bookkeeper/Accounts Assistant

Senior Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant Bexhill £27,000 – £32,000

We’re working with a fast-growing, multi-office accountancy practice with a strong presence across Sussex, looking to appoint a Senior Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant into their Bexhill office.

This is a great opportunity for someone with strong bookkeeping experience who enjoys working with clients and wants to develop their skills further within a supportive and growing firm.

The Role

You’ll take ownership of a portfolio of clients, managing their bookkeeping and VAT requirements while supporting the wider team with accounts preparation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a portfolio of bookkeeping clients
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Producing management accounts as required
• Handling CIS returns
• Supporting with accounts preparation for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
• Managing deadlines and workflow effectively
• Keeping managers updated on progress and client work

About You

• Strong bookkeeping experience (ideally within practice)
• Confident preparing VAT returns and working with multiple clients
• Experience with Xero and/or QuickBooks
• Organised, able to manage workload and meet deadlines
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• AAT qualified or studying (desirable, not essential)

What’s on Offer

• Salary £27,000 – £32,000 depending on experience
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Regular social events
• Flexible working options considered
• Genuine long-term development opportunities within a growing firm

Why This Role?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a firm that is:

• Growing rapidly across the region
• Known for developing people internally
• Offering real progression opportunities over time

If you’re looking for a role where you can take ownership of your work, build client relationships and continue developing your skills in practice, we’d love to hear from you.