Job Description

We have recently launched an exciting new project and are looking to appoint five qualified bookkeepers with previous practice experience. The ideal candidates will be confident and passionate individuals who are interested in working with clients to help them grow their businesses. This is a brilliant opportunity to join a growing reputable accountancy firm.

You will be an experienced and competent Bookkeeper who is able to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment. You will be responsible for a high volume, diverse and complex range of bookkeeping accounting activities.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Providing competent and efficient bookkeeping support in the office
• Double entry bookkeeping including bank reconciliation of clients’ accounts mainly through Xero
• Extraction of data from e-commerce platforms
• Preparation of P&L accounts and balance sheets on a timely and accurate manner
• Managing, organizing and updating relevant data using database applications
• Communicating and liaising (verbally and in writing) with local and overseas clients / visitors / enquirers and colleagues
• Interpreting and responding clearly and effectively to requests over the phone, in writing or in person, and to verbal or written instructions
• Preparation of depreciation, accruals, prepayments, journals and any other relevant adjustments
• Producing reports for clients for approval
• Helping to prepare company accounts and sole trader accounts
• VAT registrations
• Completion and review of VAT returns & Intrastat reporting
• Preparation of CIS reports
• Adhering to proper accounting standards
• Meeting deadlines and time targets
• Advising managers of any outstanding issues
• Maintaining a full and accurate audit trail by filing and referencing documents
• Ensure a high level of service to meet clients' expectations.

What you’ll get in return:

• Performance based compensation
• A collaborative culture of continuous learning to aid progression.
• Private Healthcare Insurance
• Pension Scheme
• Wellness days
• Birthday off after one year length of service
• Creative spacious offices with breakout areas and subsidized canteen

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Virtual meetings
• Sanitization, disinfection or cleaning procedures in place

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

AAT qualified. Track record as a Bookkeeper, Accounts Assistant or experienced finance / accounts professional; Competent user of Xero and Sage. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel. Experience with IRIS Accountancy Suite preferable. Previous experience in an Accountancy practice. Strong interpersonal skills. Good time management skills. Strong work ethic. Tech savvy, with the confidence and ability to quickly pick up new systems. Experience: bookkeeping: 3 years (preferred).