Bookkeeping Manager

Murray Recruitment are recruiting a Bookkeeping Manager for our client based in North Lanarkshire.

Role Overview

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a small, established accountancy practice in a key leadership role. The successful candidate will bring a strong background in hands-on bookkeeping and SME finance, overseeing a team and delivering high-quality financial support to a diverse client portfolio.

This role will suit an experienced Office Manager or Finance Manager seeking to apply their skills in a dynamic and client-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of bookkeeping staff, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Oversee a personal client portfolio, delivering bookkeeping, quarterly accounts, payroll processing, and HMRC submissions.
• Prepare and present detailed management accounts for clients.
• Maintain bookkeeping records up to trial balance.
• Process and submit VAT returns and journals, and manage payroll functions.
• Serve as the main point of contact for client queries, providing exceptional service.
• Resolve escalated issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Promote continuous improvement through innovation and adoption of modern technologies.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum of five years’ experience in a bookkeeping or finance role within an SME.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Proficient in Sage; experience with Xero and QuickBooks is desirable.
• Confident user of Microsoft Office applications.
• Payroll experience is preferred, with training available if required.
• High attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Personable, approachable, and confident engaging with a wide range of stakeholders.

Offering

• Salary dependent on experience.
• 35-hour working week: Monday–Thursday (9:00–17:00) and Friday (8:30–16:00).
• Company pension scheme.
• Free parking near the office.
• Office closure during the Christmas and New Year period.