Job Description
Immediate opportunity for a meticulous Bookkeeper to join our dynamic finance team in London! We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage critical financial operations for our growing client base. This urgent hiring position requires expertise in UK GAAP compliance and proactive financial stewardship. Join a forward-thinking firm offering competitive compensation and career advancement.
Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate ledgers and reconcile accounts monthly using Xero and QuickBooks
- Process high-volume accounts payable/receivable with 99.9% accuracy
- Prepare VAT returns and HMRC submissions quarterly
- Generate management reports and cash flow forecasts for stakeholders
- Manage payroll processing and employee expense reimbursements
- Conduct internal audits and implement financial controls
- Liaise with auditors during annual compliance reviews
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years' UK bookkeeping experience with Xero/QuickBooks proficiency
- AAT Level 4 or equivalent accounting qualification essential
- Proven experience with VAT returns and HMRC regulations
- Advanced Excel skills including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs
- Exceptional attention to detail and numerical accuracy
- Ability to manage competing deadlines in fast-paced environment
- Strong communication skills for stakeholder reporting
- Relevant degree in Accounting or Finance preferred