Bookkeeper

Parker Lane Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job description

Parker Lane is a global leader in managed resale and re-commerce services. Our advanced resale solutions and in-house, end-to-end supply chain deliver the highest resale values in the market, setting a benchmark for managed resale operations.

Founded in 2010, PLG pioneered the full-stack re-commerce solution for returns and excess inventory management. Operating in over 60 markets worldwide, PLG has recently expanded into B2C and D2C services with the launch of its marketplace, www.rlvd.com, and syndication services.

We are looking for an experienced Bookkeeper for our London office. The ideal candidate is highly self-motivated, professional, and capable of managing their workload and prioritising tasks in a challenging and commercial environment.

As a part of the finance department, the appointed person will carry out bookkeeping and accounting.

Principal Duties and Accountabilities:

1. Bookkeeping and preparing bank reconciliations and controls.
2. Processing of purchase invoices, supplier payments and remittances and liaising with suppliers.
3. Maintaining customers’ accounting records and reconciliations. Dealing with queries from suppliers and customers.
4. Preparing and posting journals including accruals, prepayments, depreciation and month end control reconciliations.
5. Preparation of VAT returns and EC Sales Lists.
6. Intrastate reporting.
7. Preparing monthly management reports.
8. Assisting business development team with data analysis.

Other Duties:

1. Office admin.
2. Assisting with basic tax compliance matters.
3. Attendance at other Parker Lane offices, as required.

Qualifications and Experience:

1. Education to a minimum of A Level/GNVQ or equivalent.
2. English and Maths GCSE’s grade A-C, or overseas equivalent.
3. Qualifications: AAT desirable.
4. Fresher/1 year experience in a bookkeeping and/or accounting role.
5. Knowledge of regulations governing exports and imports from/to the UK essential.
6. Good working knowledge of VAT/Intrastat and EC Sales Lists.
7. Knowledge of XERO accounting software is preferable.
8. Good level of IT knowledge and skills.

Skills and Personal Qualities:

1. Professional attitude – identifies and acts upon customer needs and is able to deliver excellent customer services.
2. Keen to learn and develop – demonstrates understanding of own profession and keeps abreast of relevant developments.
3. Good interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
4. The ability to work as part of a team.
5. Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accurate work.
6. Plans and organises tasks/priorities and effectively meets deadlines.
7. Demonstrates good self-motivation and uses initiative appropriately to resolve problems.

PLG offers the opportunity to work in a fun, energetic and fast-paced culture. We are high performing and provide high levels of challenge and support.

PLG is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and to avoiding unlawful discrimination in employment and against customers.