Office Manager and Xero Bookkeeper

Aspire Consulting Engineers LLP; Greater London; Presencial; GBP 28.000 - 37.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Aspire Consulting Engineers LLP in Southwest London is seeking an organised Office Manager and Xero Bookkeeper to support our growing team. This hands-on role blends bookkeeping, office management and project administration to keep the practice running smoothly.

You will manage day-to-day Xero bookkeeping, assist with month-end, liaise with external accountants and provide proactive administrative support to engineers and project teams.

Formación

• Minimum one year of practical bookkeeping experience, or a relevant qualification with hands-on work.
• Experience with accounting software; Xero knowledge highly desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and Google Workspace.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation and time management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive, reliable and professional approach.

Responsabilidades

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping using Xero, including invoices, expenses, receipts and financial records.
• Monitor accounts payable and receivable and assist with bank reconciliations and month-end processes.
• Support the preparation of basic financial reports and liaise with external Accountants as required.
• Oversee daily office operations, supplies, equipment and general administration.
• Maintain organised filing systems and manage project documentation.
• Provide administrative support to Engineers and project teams.
• Assist with coordinating meetings, company events and team activities.

Conocimientos

Bookkeeping

Xero

Excel

Google Workspace

Attention to detail

Communication

Organisation

Educación

Bookkeeping qualification

Herramientas

Xero

Microsoft Excel

Google Workspace

Descripción del empleo

Office Manager and Xero Bookkeeper

We are a growing structural engineering practice in Southwest London, delivering high-quality solutions for a diverse range of clients.

We are seeking an organised, proactive and detail-oriented Office Manager and Xero Bookkeeper to support our growing team. This varied, hands-on role combines bookkeeping, office management and project administration, playing a key part in the smooth running of our practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping using Xero, including invoices, expenses, receipts and financial records.
• Monitor accounts payable and receivable and assist with bank reconciliations and month-end processes.
• Support the preparation of basic financial reports and liaise with external Accountants as required.
• Oversee daily office operations, supplies, equipment and general administration.
• Maintain organised filing systems and manage project documentation.
• Provide administrative support to Engineers and project teams.
• Assist with coordinating meetings, company events and team activities.

Experience and Skills:

• Minimum one year of practical bookkeeping experience, or a relevant qualification supported by hands-on experience.
• Experience with accounting software; Xero knowledge highly desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and Google Workspace.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation and time management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive, reliable and professional approach.

Desirable:

• An interest in construction or engineering, with experience in project administration or a consultancy environment.

The Ideal Candidate

You will be a dependable, self-motivated team player who enjoys working with numbers, keeping things organised and taking ownership of responsibilities. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a growing engineering practice while developing your bookkeeping and office management skills.