Xeinadin
Bookkeeping and VAT assistant
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Vacancy Name Bookkeeping and VAT Assistant
Vacancy No: VN2452
Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Blackpool, United Kingdom
Company Description
Xeinadin was established in 2019 when a number of leading business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It's our people who drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 3000 colleagues operate collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential.
Description
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with bookkeeping and VAT experience who enjoys working as part of a small, focused team. Initially, you will work closely with the bookkeeping manager, assisting with the preparation of clients’ bookkeeping records, VAT return preparation and related administration. In the longer term, there is scope for progression as the role develops and the department continues to grow.
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Key Responsibilities
- Preparing and submitting VAT returns for clients.
- Assisting with client bookkeeping and maintaining accurate accounting records.
- Supporting the bookkeeping manager with the organisation and workflow of the department.
- Liaising with clients to obtain records, answer queries, and resolve bookkeeping or VAT matters.
- Reviewing bookkeeping information for accuracy and completeness before VAT returns are finalised.
- Keeping up to date with relevant VAT deadlines and ensuring work is completed on time.
Key Requirements
- Previous experience in bookkeeping, VAT return preparation, or working in an accountancy practice would be beneficial.
- Good attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
- Confident communication skills when dealing with clients and colleagues.
- Ability to manage deadlines and prioritise work in a busy office environment.
- Familiarity with bookkeeping or accounting software would be useful.
- A positive, practical attitude and willingness to learn.
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Additional Requirements
None
Model Office Based
Salary
Competitive
Benefits
- Company Pension Scheme
- 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
- Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority
- Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum
- Business closure over Christmas
- Life Assurance x4 annual salary
- Enhanced family leave policies
- Enhanced Company Sick Pay
- Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support, free and confidential
- Corporate Discounts Platform
- Flexible Benefits platform with ability to opt-in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self-funded at corporate rates) such as:
- Critical Illness Cover
- Cash plan
- Cycle to work
- Eye care
- Dental
- subject to exceptions and business needs
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