Bookkeeper - TC Group : Job Details

Bookkeeper – Steyning 

We can only accept applications from candidates who are based in the UK and unfortunately we are unable to provide Sponsorship.

Salary – Competitive depending on experience 

Hours - Monday to Friday, 36.25 hours per week with core hours and flexible, hybrid working 

Holiday – 23 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays) increasing by one day per each year of service (up to a maximum of 5 days)

About the Bookkeeper role

We are TC Group, the fastest-growing top 20 accountancy firm in the UK. We’re business advisors and accountants, with over 30 years of experience we’ve honed our skills and developed our service offering to deliver a much wider range of bespoke support and advice to ambitious business owners and their businesses. 

Our office in Sussex is looking for a Bookkeeping professional to join their team.

The role involves overseeing a diverse client portfolio spanning multiple sectors, including limited companies, charities, and agricultural businesses. Responsibilities include day-to-day bookkeeping, control account reconciliations, and the preparation of monthly or quarterly management accounts. 

Familiarity with cloud-based accounting software is a key part of the role, not just on the bookkeeping front, but also potentially with provision of training and support to clients, both remotely and in person. Strong organisational skills are essential, as you’ll be managing your own workload, addressing client queries as they arise, and assisting other departments such as accounts, audit, and payroll when required.

Key responsibilities of a Bookkeeper will include:

• Preparing monthly/quarterly management accounts.
• Preparing and filing VAT returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with HMRC guidelines.
• Provision of software support and providing training to clients on various cloud-based packages through structured sessions and bookkeeping skills as required.
• Attending client premises to undertake bookkeeping role on-site which includes preparation of management information for clients.
• Dealing with client queries as and when they arise.

About you 

We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience: 

• Previous bookkeeping experience in an accountancy practice 
• Capable and driven accounting professional, ideally AAT qualified or part qualified or qualified through experience.
• Confident and competent using a wide range of cloud-based accounting and bookkeeping platforms, including Xero (Xero certified is desirable), QuickBooks, Sage, Dext and Fathom.
• Attention to detail, analytical mindset, and proactive attitude.
• Excellent numerical skills with the ability to understand, evaluate, and interpret financial data to support client decision-making.
• Previous experience of preparation of management accounts, VAT returns and filing.
• Team/ collaborative player with strong work ethic and drive.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to work off-site at client premises in various locations including Brighton and London as required.
• Ability to work well under pressure to tight deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Good organisational skills and time management.
• Valid driving licence and own transport.

Full benefits available for the Bookkeeper 

• Company performance related bonus scheme (after probationary period)
• Pension scheme 
• Group life assurance 4 x salary
• Opportunity to purchase additional holiday days
• 9 day working fortnight (after probation) 
• Car parking 
• Enjoy Benefits scheme- Health Cash Plan, Workplace Nursery Scheme, Gym membership and Technology Benefit 
• Hybrid working between office and home
• Social functions and events 
• Access to our employee benefits portal – cashback and vouchers on everyday purchases 
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Referral Bonus – we’re always looking for talented individuals to join our team
• Regular training and development - continuous development and support not only for your professional qualifications but also for your personal goals and aspirations

About us 

TC Group is growing and changing at quite a pace! We’re an ambitious group of people with the same aim – to create a consistent, high-quality experience for our clients. Like us, our client list is growing – we’re supporting more and more of the UK’s ambitious business owners, SME’s and large Corporations and it’s a real team effort. We’re helping them make courageous decisions to grow their businesses. 

We always seek the best talent, looking for individuals who are technically brilliant, solution-focused and continually strive to be the best in class. Each member of our team plays an integral part in creating the unique feel and culture of our business, which in turn helps us continue to grow, develop and evolve. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds.