Senior Bookkeeper - Growing Independent Practice Milton Keynes (Hybrid) £35,000 - £40,000 DOEButler Rose Public Practice is pleased to be supporting a independent accountancy practice in Milton Keynes, as they look to recruit a Senior Bookkeeper to join their team. This role would suit an experienced practice-based bookkeeper who enjoys the ins and outs of bookkeeping and autonomy of the service, managing a varied workload, client advisory, and supporting the development of junior team members. You''ll play a key role in the day-to-day delivery of bookkeeping services, VAT queries and returns while benefiting from hybrid working. Key ResponsibilitiesManage a varied portfolio of clients and act as main point on contract for bookkeeping and VAT queries.Complete balance sheet reconciliations including bank, VAT, payroll, CIS, loans, and intercompany accountsDouble-entry bookkeepingProcess bills, expenses, supplier payments, and credit controlPrepare and review VAT returnsReview work completed by junior team membersAssist with training and development of junior staffKey RequirementsMust be AAT Qualified or QBEMinimum 5 years'' bookkeeping experience, ideally within an accountancy practiceStrong VAT knowledge with confidence preparing and reviewing returnsExperience managing multiple clients and deadlinesProficiency in Xero (essential) Sage and QuickBooks experience advantageousExcellent attention to detail and accuracyConfident communicator with a client-focused approachEnjoys