Bookkeeper - Independent Practice Bishop''s Stortford TPF Recruitment have partnered with an award winning accountancy practice in Bishop''s Stortford to recruit an experienced Bookkeeper into their successful, growing team. This Bookkeeper position plays a vital role in ensuring the financial accuracy and compliance of a growing independent accounting practice, serving small to medium-sized businesses across diverse industries. As Bookkeeper, you will be central to maintaining reliable financial records, delivering timely reporting and supporting clients in meeting their statutory obligations under HMRC regulations and UK accounting standards. With a focus on precision, professionalism and client-centric service, you will leverage cloud-based accounting platforms to streamline operations and enhance efficiency. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented professional with a minimum 2 years'' experience who thrives in a dynamic, client-focused environment. Responsibilities: Maintain accurate, up-to-date financial records for multiple clients using cloud-based accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, Sage). Regularly process and reconcile bank and credit card transactions to ensure financial accuracy and integrity. Prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements, including profit and loss accounts, balance sheets and cash flow statements. Support clients with VAT returns, PAYE, and other statutory filings in full compliance with HMRC requirements. Proactively ..... full job details .....