Bookkeeper

Hunter Dunning Limited; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned property company in South West London is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join their team. The role involves maintaining financial records, managing accounts, and ensuring timely payments. Candidates should have at least 5 years of bookkeeping experience, preferably in property. The position offers competitive pay and hybrid working, allowing work from home on Fridays. Ideal for self-motivated individuals with strong communication skills.

Benefits

20 days holiday + bank holidays + Christmas shutdown

Work from home on Fridays

Referral bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' bookkeeping/accounting experience.
• Previous experience in the property sector is essential.
• Strong knowledge of VAT rules.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and reconcile accounts.
• Manage accounts receivable and payable.
• Prepare and send rent invoices for commercial tenants.

Skills

Bookkeeping/accounting experience

Knowledge of accounting principles

Proficiency with Xero

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Xero

Job description

Bookkeeper Job in SW London

A new opportunity has arisen for an experienced Bookkeeper job to join a long-established, family-owned property company. The role will be office-based in East Sheen, London, and can be based on either a 4 or 5 days per week working pattern. Offering circa 30,000 and hybrid working.

The company has an impressive portfolio of properties across London that includes residential, commercial, and mixed-use spaces. They are a small but close-knit team looking for an experienced bookkeeper or financial administrator to join their team on an initial 6-month contract with a view to extend this to a permanent position.

Role & Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and reconcile accounts
• Manage accounts receivable, including following up on non-payments of rent
• Handle accounts payable and ensure suppliers are paid on time
• Prepare and send rent invoices for commercial tenants
• Prepare and issue service charge demands to leaseholders
• Apply for and manage Fair Rent applications
• Prepare quarterly VAT returns
• Process monthly payroll
• Record transactions in Xero and ensure accounts are kept up to date
• Prepare year-end accounts for external accountants
• Liaise with utility providers between lets.

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years' bookkeeping/accounting experience
• Previous experience in the property sector is essential
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and VAT rules
• Proficiency with Xero and Microsoft Excel
• AAT qualification, desirable
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy and organisation skills
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal

What you get back

• 25,000 - 30,000 per annum, dependent on experience
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays + xmas shutdown
• Work from home on Fridays.

Apply

If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.

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Referral

Did you know we run a referral scheme? We pay a 1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we'll do the rest. Terms: A candidate is deemed to have been successfully placed once they have started a new job as a result of an introduction made by Hunter Dunning and when they've successfully completed the probation period. See website for full terms & conditions.

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