Bookkeeper

STOKE NEWINGTON ACCOUNTANTS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A small accountancy practice in Southgate is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to manage the bookkeeping cycle up to trial balance. The role offers a competitive salary of £26,000 and various benefits including 28 days of holiday, sick pay, and pension contributions. Applicants must have at least 3 years of experience and be proficient in accounting software. This is a full-time position, and only British citizens or those with Indefinite Leave to Remain may apply.

Benefits

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Sick pay

Pension contributions

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years accountancy practice experience.
• Proficient in bookkeeping, without support, and up to trial balance.
• Experience in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, and Xero.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records for multiple clients.
• Process sales and purchase invoices, receipts, and payments.
• Reconcile bank statements and manage accounts payable/receivable.

Skills

Bookkeeping up to trial balance

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Tools

QuickBooks

Sage

Xero

Job description

Overview

Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm

Package: Salary depending on experience and more!

A fantastic opportunity for an established Bookkeeper has arisen within a small accountancy practice in Southgate. This firm, have an excellent local reputation.

They are looking for a Bookkeeper, confident in carrying out the bookkeeping cycle up until trial balance, who can hit the ground running. With a competitive salary on offer.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records for multiple clients in compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Process sales and purchase invoices, receipts, and payments.
• Post journals for accruals, prepayments, depreciation, and other necessary adjustments.
• Reconcile bank statements, credit cards, petty cash, and other control accounts.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable ledgers, ensuring they are kept up to date.
• Prepare VAT returns and submit them in line with current HMRC regulations (if applicable).
• Ensure all entries are posted accurately to produce trial balances ready for review by senior accountants.
• Liaise with clients to resolve queries, gather necessary documentation, and ensure timely processing of transactions.
• Assist in implementing and maintaining efficient bookkeeping processes and use of accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, Sage).
• Provide periodic financial information to assist in decision-making and statutory compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years accountancy practice experience
• Proficient in bookkeeping, without support, and up to trial balance
• Experience in Quickbooks, Sage and Xero
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills

Salary & Benefits

• Salary 26,000 (Circa)
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• 35 hour working week
• Sick pay & pension contributions
• Only full time considered.
• Only applications from British Citizens and Indefinite Leave to Remain Only!

NO AGENCIES PLEASE!