Hybrid Part-Time Bookkeeper for Diverse SME Clients

WestonBrook Associates; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

WestonBrook Associates in Central London is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper for a part-time, hybrid role. You will manage a varied client portfolio across SME and owner-managed businesses, delivering accurate bookkeeping and robust financial records.

The ideal candidate has UK practice bookkeeping experience, strong double-entry knowledge, and experience with cloud accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage 50. Flexible 2–3 days per week with salary up to £36,000 FTE.

Qualifications

• Previous bookkeeping experience gained within a UK accountancy practice is essential.
• Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping principles.
• Experience preparing and submitting VAT returns.
• Good working knowledge of bank reconciliations, purchase ledger, sales ledger, and nominal ledger processes.
• Confident liaising directly with clients and HMRC.
• Experience using cloud accounting software including Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage 50.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple client deadlines effectively.
• Professional and proactive approach to client service.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining bookkeeping records for a diverse portfolio of accountancy practice clients.
• Processing sales ledger and purchase ledger transactions.
• Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Performing regular bank reconciliations and investigating discrepancies.
• Maintaining and reconciling nominal ledger accounts.
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns accurately and within deadlines.
• Supporting credit control activities and assisting with overdue debtor management.
• Liaising directly with clients to obtain financial information and resolve bookkeeping queries.
• Assisting clients with cloud accounting systems and day-to-day bookkeeping processes.
• Processing journals, accruals, and prepayments where required.
• Supporting the preparation of management information and year-end accounts working papers.
• Liaising with HMRC regarding VAT, PAYE, and general client matters.
• Ensuring all financial records are maintained accurately and in accordance with relevant requirements.
• Building strong working relationships with clients and acting as a trusted point of contact.
• Supporting the wider accounts team with ad hoc duties as required.

Skills

Double-entry bookkeeping

Bank reconciliations

VAT returns

Client service

Attention to detail

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage 50

Job description

WestonBrook Associates in Central London is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper for a part-time, hybrid role. You will manage a varied client portfolio across SME and owner-managed businesses, delivering accurate bookkeeping and robust financial records.

The ideal candidate has UK practice bookkeeping experience, strong double-entry knowledge, and experience with cloud accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage 50. Flexible 2–3 days per week with salary up to £36,000 FTE.