Bookkeeper

Red Recruit; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Recruit is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper for a permanent, office-based role in London. You will ensure accurate financial records and handle day-to-day accounting, VAT compliance, and ledger management.

The role requires 3+ years in stock-based SME environments, with AAT3/4 or ICB/ACCA qualifications and experience with Sage 50, Xero or QuickBooks. On-site work at EC2 London office with start ASAP.

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience working with stock-based businesses within an SME.
• AAT Level 3 or Level 4 qualification, or equivalent ICB/ACCA.
• Experience using accounting software and preparing VAT returns.
• Experience with bank reconciliations and ledgers.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and processing day-to-day transactions.
• Manage sales and purchase ledgers and VAT compliance.
• Prepare information for management accounts and statutory reporting.
• Contribute to Month-End reporting and cash management.

Skills

3+ yrs exp

Stock-based experience

SME environment

Education

AAT Level 3 or 4 / ICB / ACCA

Tools

Sage 50

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Overview

Reference

58853

Salary

£35,000 - £45,000/annum

Job Location

- United Kingdom -- England -- Greater London -- Liverpool Street

Job Type

Permanent

Posted

18 August 2026

Closing date

29 Sep 2026 10:04

Bookkeeper

Our client, a business supplier of natural food and ingredients are looking for a qualified Bookkeeper to join their team based in London.

Salary: Up to £45,000

Location: London, office based EC2

Start: ASAP

What you'll do:

A typical day will involve taking responsibility for maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring that the company's day-to-day accounting transactions are processed efficiently and accurately. The role supports the financial health of the business through effective bookkeeping, reconciliation of accounts, management of sales and purchase ledgers, VAT compliance, and preparation of information for management accounts and statutory reporting.

Key duties include:

• Purchase Ledger
• Sales Ledger
• General Ledger / Banking
• Cash Management
• VAT Returns in accordance with HMRC regulations
• Payroll Support
• Month-End Reporting
• Credit Control

What you need:

We're keen to speak to self-motivated and organised finance professionals, who have 3+ years' experience working with stock-based businesses, within an SME environment.

• AAT Level 3 or Level 4 qualification, or equivalent ICB / ACCA
• Experience using accounting software
• Experience preparing VAT returns
• Experience with bank reconciliations
• Purchase and sales ledger experience

Keywords / alternative titles:

AAT Qualified, ICB Level 2, ICB Level 3, Institute of Certified Bookkeepers, ACCA/CIMA, Credit Control, VAT Returns. Sage 50, Xero, QuickBooks..