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.