Location: Milton Keynes (Office-based with hybrid working available after probation)
Salary: £30,000 – £38,000 DOE

The opportunity We’re supporting a well-established and busy accountancy practice in Milton Keynes to hire a capable Bookkeeper who enjoys owning the day-to-day and keeping clients organised, compliant, and up to date.

This is a role for someone who wants variety, responsibility, and the chance to build long-term relationships with a portfolio of SMEs, contractors, and owner-managed businesses. You’ll be trusted to run bookkeeping to trial balance, manage VAT/CIS, and liaise confidently with HMRC where needed.

Key responsibilities *Bookkeeping using Cloud Software (and Excel where required) to trial balance
*Preparing and submitting VAT returns (including using IRIS where applicable)
*CIS preparation and submissions for contractors/subcontractors
*PAYE/VAT/CIS registrations with HMRC
*Liaising with HMRC on behalf of clients to resolve queries efficiently
*Supporting wider accounts team with reconciliations and year-end preparation where needed
*Maintaining accurate records and ensuring deadlines are consistently met
What we’re looking for Essential:
*Proven practice-based bookkeeping experience (or similar multi-client environment)
*Confident working to trial balance
*Solid understanding of VAT returns and compliance
*Experience with CIS (prep/submissions)
*Comfortable dealing with HMRC and handling client queries professionally
*Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
Desirable:
*Exposure to IRIS, Sage 50, QuickBooks, Capium or similar systems
*Payroll exposure (e.g., BrightPay/Payroll Manager)
*AAT / relevant accounting qualification (or qualified-by-experience)
What’s in it for you *A stable, reputable firm with consistent workflow and supportive leadership
*Variety across clients and sectors (no repetitive "one-business" bookkeeping)
*Clear expectations, good processes, and autonomy in your work
*Hybrid working available after probation