Bookkeeper​/Management Accountant

Henley-on-Thames, United Kingdom | Posted on 25/02/2026

TPF Recruitment is delighted to be working with a modern, independent firm of Chartered Accountants based in Henley-on-Thames. This forward‑thinking practice provides tailored accountancy and tax advisory services to a broad client base, ranging from SMEs and OMBs through to HNWI’s and international groups. The firm prides itself on building long‑term, trusted relationships and delivering practical, high‑quality advice.

The Role

Due to continued growth, our client is seeking an experienced Management Accountant / Senior Bookkeeper to join their friendly and collaborative team. This is a varied, client‑facing role offering exposure to a diverse portfolio across multiple sectors.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Day-to-day bookkeeping using Xero, including invoice processing and bank reconciliations
• Reviewing bookkeeping work prepared by junior team members
• Reconciling control accounts and posting monthly payroll journals
• Preparing monthly and quarterly management accounts
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns under a range of VAT schemes
• Preparing and filing monthly CIS returns
• Liaising directly with clients to resolve queries and manage submissions
• Providing Xero training and support to clients
• Supporting the wider team with ad‑hoc duties as required

• Recent and relevant bookkeeping experience within practice
• Strong experience with VAT returns and control account reconciliations
• Experience preparing management accounts (or a clear desire to develop in this area)
• AAT qualified (ideally)
• Confident communicator with strong client‑facing skills
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Proficient in Excel, Word and Outlook
• A proactive team player who can also work independently and meet deadlines
• Salary circa £28,000 - £36,000, dependent on experience and qualifications (negotiable)
• 23 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, increasing annually up to 28 days post‑qualification
• Hybrid working and flexible working hours

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