Senior Bookkeeper

Monahans, Part of the Sumer Group


Date: 5 hours ago
City: Trowbridge
Contract type: Full time

Department: Business Outsourcing

Location: Trowbridge

Description

Monahans is a trusted regional accountancy firm and proud to be part of Sumer, a growing group of local firms backed by national strength. Together, we’re reshaping what accountancy looks like – combining close client relationships with innovative thinking and smarter ways of working.

With offices across the South West, we offer a supportive, people-first culture where flexibility, development, and collaboration are part of everyday life. We’re now looking for a Senior Bookkeeper to join our expanding team.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Bookkeeper, you’ll deliver high-quality bookkeeping, VAT, and management accounting services for a diverse portfolio of clients. You’ll be client-facing, and confident supporting others in the team.
  • Manage your own portfolio of bookkeeping and VAT clients, aligned to your level.
  • Prepare monthly or quarterly management accounts, including accruals, prepayments, and depreciation.
  • Input and reconcile data, process payments, and ensure clear, organised working papers.
  • Liaise directly with clients to meet deadlines and manage expectations.
  • Visit client sites as needed to support service delivery and client relationships.
  • Act as a mentor or buddy to junior colleagues, supporting with feedback and development.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

You’ll be an experienced and proactive bookkeeper with strong communication skills and a commercial mindset. You enjoy supporting others and delivering a great client experience.

  • AAT Level 3 qualified or qualified by experience (Level 4 desirable).
  • 2+ years’ experience in bookkeeping and VAT (ideally within practice).
  • Confident preparing management accounts with clear supporting schedules.
  • Skilled in Xero, QuickBooks Online, Excel, and other accounting systems.
  • Strong time management and interpersonal skills; able to work independently and flexibly across sites.
  • Experience in property finance or sector-specific bookkeeping (desirable but not essential).

Benefits

At Monahans, we are dedicated to personal and professional growth, ensuring every team member feels valued and empowered.

As part of the Monahans team, you can expect:
  • Competitive salary with regular benchmarking and merit-based reviews including growth shares at partner level.
  • Health and wellness benefits including private health insurance, a healthcare cash plan, and an employee assistance program.
  • Flexible working arrangements, including homeworking options and the opportunity to buy more annual leave.
  • Generous support policies such as enhanced maternity and paternity pay, life assurance, and a pension scheme.
  • Additional perks like the myMonahans benefits platform, volunteer leave, social events, and a cycle-to-work scheme.

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