We have an exciting opportunity available for an organised and detail-orientated Senior Bookkeeper based in Chelmsford. You will be joining a supportive operational team within a company known for delivering high-profile events across Europe in collaboration with the Armed Forces.

Senior Bookkeeper Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £36,000
• Company operational support bonus scheme up to £4,000
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays
• Two weeks’ paid leave at Christmas on top of holiday entitlement
• Pension scheme
• Regular team socials and company events
• Clear career progression and internal promotion opportunities
• Friendly, collaborative office culture
• International travel, up to 8 times a year
• Hours - Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm (office-based role)

Senior Bookkeeper Key Responsibilities

• Processing supplier invoices and uploading them into Xero
• Obtaining invoice approvals
• Ensuring timely supplier and bill payments, chasing payments
• Bank and account reconciliations
• Raising outgoing invoices and supporting credit control
• Manage and action the shared inbox in line with agreed SLAs
• Manage payment links for multiple teams, from creating payments to monitoring payments made
• Take payments over the phone
• Run departmental reports
• Process receipts and expense claims
• Maintain accurate financial records and keep things running smoothly behind the scenes
• Working closely with the operational support team, including accounts manager, procurement, HR, admin support, and the CEO
• Working in a busy, open-plan sales office environment, within the Operations team section
• You will work closely with the Accounts Manager and report directly to the CEO

International Travel & Event Support

• The company delivers 8 major events per year, with continued growth
• You will attend and support up to 8 international events annually as part of the team
• £500 bonus per event attended (up to £4,000 per year)
• Events are typically 3 to 4 days, fully paid, and held across Europe
• Everyone in the company attends the events

Senior Bookkeeper Requirements

• Able to commute to central Chelmsford
• 3+ years’ experience as a bookkeeper
• Xero experience is essential
• Dext and Tellerro would be highly beneficial
• Excellent numerical and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to accuracy and confidentiality
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines
• Able to identify opportunities to improve processes
• Proactive and confident using your own initiative
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach
• Able to travel internationally for events
• AAT, CIMA, or relevant degree highly beneficial but not essential
• Any exposure to payroll (commission, sick pay, payroll prep) is advantageous

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This is a rare opportunity to join a rapidly expanding events organisation with exceptional development potential. If you’re looking for a role that combines bookkeeping, teamwork, international exposure, and career progression, apply today! We look forward to hearing from you.