Job Description

Xeinadin, a top-tier accountancy and business advisory group, is seeking an organized and enthusiastic Bookkeeper to join our growing Corporate Recovery (Insolvency) team in Manchester. This role is a specialized twist on traditional bookkeeping; you will support Insolvency Practitioners by managing the complex financial movements associated with companies in administration, liquidation, or bankruptcy. This is a fantastic opportunity for a transactional finance professional to gain niche expertise in a resilient sector using industry-leading software like IPS (Insolvency Practitioner System).

Key Responsibilities

Cashiering & Bank Management: Manage daily bank movements and request the opening/closure of specific insolvency bank accounts.
Reconciliations: Perform regular bank and monthly debtor schedule reconciliations in strict adherence to office and regulatory procedures.
System Ownership: Maintain accurate data and diary entries within IPS (Turnkey), the gold standard for insolvency case management.
Transactional Finance: Process journals, income/expenditure vouchers, and handle all bank transfers and payments.
Tax & Reporting: Prepare and submit VAT returns and correspond directly with HMRC regarding Corporation Tax and VAT for insolvency cases.
Practitioner Support: Prepare billing packs for Insolvency Practitioners and collaborate with the wider recovery team on ad-hoc administration tasks.

Key Requirements

Essential:

Bookkeeping Background: Proven experience in a transactional finance role.
Technical Skills: Strong competency in bank reconciliations and using Microsoft Excel.
Soft Skills: A methodical, organized approach with obsessive attention to detail—crucial for compliance in insolvency cases.

Desirable:

Insolvency Knowledge: A basic understanding of insolvency processes is a plus but not a dealbreaker.
Software: Prior experience with IPS (Turnkey) is highly advantageous.

Why Xeinadin?

Financial Security: Competitive salary plus Life Assurance at 4x your annual salary.
Work-Life Balance: Hybrid working model, 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), and a dedicated business closure over the Christmas period.
Wellbeing: Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support) and enhanced family leave and sick pay policies.
Flexibility: A flexible benefits platform including a Cycle to Work scheme, dental insurance, and the ability to buy up to 5 additional days of annual leave.

The Corporate Recovery Landscape (2026)

In 2026, the Corporate Recovery sector remains a vital pillar of the UK economy. As SMEs navigate post-inflationary challenges and changing interest rate environments, the demand for precise insolvency bookkeeping has increased.

The Role of IPS (Turnkey): In modern insolvency, nearly all statutory reporting and dividend distributions are automated through IPS. Mastering this system makes a bookkeeper exceptionally valuable in the Manchester professional services market.
Compliance Rigor: HMRC has introduced more streamlined digital reporting requirements for companies in liquidation. Bookkeepers in this field are now the primary liaison for ensuring that “Pre-appointment” and “Post-appointment” tax periods are cleanly separated.

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