Experienced Bookkeeper

Company Overview

Avant Advisory is a modern Chartered Accountants and Business Advisory firm dedicated to equipping businesses with future-focused tools for success. We pride ourselves on delivering efficient, high-quality financial services combined with innovative technology and a supportive work culture.

Role Summary

We are searching for a skilled and meticulous Bookkeeper to become part of our close-knit, dynamic accounting team based in Chelmsford (CM2 0AU). This permanent full-time position offers flexible working hours and the chance to support a varied client portfolio.

Core Values

• Deliver excellence through efficient, high-standard client services
• Embrace innovation by adopting advanced technological tools promptly
• Maintain openness, honesty, and professionalism in client dealings
• Foster respect and collaboration among staff to build a healthy work environment
• Provide dependable outsourced finance solutions ensuring clients can rely on us

Key Responsibilities

• Process clients' sales and purchase invoices accurately
• Oversee purchase ledger operations and manage timely payments
• Record bank transactions, including reconciliations, utilizing bank feeds
• Review debtor and creditor reports to ensure accuracy
• Respond to miscellaneous queries and administrative tasks
• Prepare cash flow reports highlighting client cash movements
• Generate rental statements for client accounts
• Compile VAT returns for supervisory review

Candidate Profile

Essential Skills and Knowledge:

• Expertise in Xero and Dext accounting platforms
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
• Strong IT aptitude with an ability to adapt to new technologies
• High attention to detail and the capacity to work autonomously

Qualifications and Experience:

• Fully qualified bookkeeper or equivalent experience-based qualification
• Minimum of three years in a bookkeeping role within a practice environment
• Demonstrated successful history in bookkeeping tasks

Position Benefits and Terms

• Workweek of 37.5 hours
• Hybrid work arrangement requiring four days on-site per week
• Entitlement to 20 annual leave days plus eight statutory holidays

Additional Information

Applicants with backgrounds in related roles such as Bookkeeping Clerk, Accountant, Finance Officer, Payroll Administrator, or experience with software including SAP will also be welcomed for consideration.