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Posted 22 July, 2026

Bookkeeper

Reed
Crawley, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Reed Accountancy are currently assisting a client in the Crawley area in the recruitment of an experienced Bookkeeper to join their team on either a full or part time basis. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in bookkeeping within a practice environment and be comfortable working in an office where dogs are present. This role requires the ability to work independently and manage a diverse workload, with a mandatory office day on Friday.

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Day-to-day of the role:

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  • Utilise bookkeeping software such as QuickBooks, Xero, and FreeAgent to manage client accounts.
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  • Act as the main point of contact for day-to-day bookkeeping queries from clients.
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  • Manage own workload effectively, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of bookkeeping tasks.
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  • Maintain strong working knowledge of VAT and its various schemes including flat rate and margin schemes.
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  • Work independently while also collaborating with the team to ensure best practices in bookkeeping.
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Required Skills & Qualifications:

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  • 3-5 years of bookkeeping experience in a practice environment.
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  • Proficiency in QuickBooks, Xero, and FreeAgent.
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  • Strong interpersonal skills to handle client interactions and act as a point of contact for bookkeeping queries.
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  • In-depth understanding of VAT and its different schemes.
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  • Ability to work independently and manage own workload effectively.
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An excellent opportunity to join this friendly team so don't delay apply now!

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