Bookkeeper & Personal Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Chipping Barnet; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading ecommerce company is seeking a highly organised Bookkeeper & PA to support financial operations and administrative tasks. This part-time role involves managing payroll, processing invoices, and ensuring accurate bookkeeping while collaborating closely with the Directors. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, proficient in Xero, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in bookkeeping and office administration.
• Discreet and professional in handling sensitive information.
• Experience in a start up or fast-growing SME.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage payroll.
• Process invoices and payments.
• Provide administrative support to the Directors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Organisational skills

Education

AAT Level 2+ or equivalent bookkeeping qualification

Tools

Xero

MS Office

Google Workspace

Job description

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Location: J&N Nutrition Mill Hill North London

Working Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM (25 hours/week)

Employment Type: Part-time, in office

About Us

We are a fast-growing ecommerce house of brands, looking for a highly organised and reliable individual to join our team. This dual role position combines both core financial responsibilities with executive support duties, playing a key role in keeping the company running smoothly day to day.

Role Overview

As our Bookkeeper & PA, you will manage financial records and provide administrative support to the Directors. You will be a key part of our operational backbone, ensuring accuracy and efficiency bookkeeping and business operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage payroll.
• Process invoices, and payments.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable.
• Track expenses and help prepare monthly management reports.
• Support with VAT returns and year-end accounts (in collaboration with external accountant)
• Monitor cash flow and flag discrepancies or financial issues
• Provide administrative support to the Directors.
• Handle email correspondence and file documents.
• Assist with HR admin, onboarding documents, and general team coordination.
• Organise travel arrangements and office supplies.
• Support with light operational tasks and project tracking as needed.

Requirements

• Proven experience in bookkeeping and office administration.
• Proficiency in accounting software (Xero essential) and MS Office / Google Workspace.
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Discreet, trustworthy, and professional in handling sensitive information
• Ability to work independently and take initiative where needed
• Experience in a start up or fast-growing SME
• Familiarity with HMRC requirements and VAT
• AAT Level 2+ or equivalent bookkeeping qualification