Job Description
Are you a meticulous finance professional ready for a new challenge?
Apex Financial Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Senior Bookkeeper to join our dynamic team in London. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional financial services to a diverse portfolio of clients, and we are looking for an individual who excels in accuracy, efficiency, and client communication.
In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end financial management for our key accounts, ensuring compliance with UK regulations and providing insightful financial reporting.
Responsibilities
- Manage Accounts: Take full ownership of the day-to-day bookkeeping operations, including bank reconciliations and ledger maintenance.
- Reporting: Prepare accurate monthly and quarterly management accounts, balance sheets, and profit and loss statements.
- Compliance: Ensure all VAT returns are filed correctly and on time in accordance with HMRC guidelines.
- Client Support: Act as the primary point of contact for client queries regarding their financial statements and tax obligations.
- Process Improvement: Identify areas for process enhancement within the finance department to improve efficiency.
Qualifications
- Experience: Proven experience as a Bookkeeper or Finance Administrator (minimum 3 years).
- Qualifications: AAT, ACCA, CIMA, or ACA qualified is highly desirable.
- Software: Expert proficiency in Xero or Sage accounting software.
- Skills: Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) and advanced knowledge of UK tax legislation.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex financial data to non-financial stakeholders.