Part Time Bookkeeper

Parker Lane Group; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join an innovative company as a Part Time Bookkeeper in London, where you will play a crucial role in the finance department. This position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment, managing bookkeeping tasks and ensuring accurate financial records. You will be responsible for processing invoices, preparing VAT returns, and assisting with data analysis, all while contributing to a supportive team culture. If you are self-motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to grow in your profession, this role is an exciting opportunity to enhance your career in a fast-paced and energetic workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum of A Level/GNVQ or equivalent required.
• 1 year experience in bookkeeping/accounting role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform bookkeeping and prepare bank reconciliations.
• Process purchase invoices and liaise with suppliers.
• Prepare VAT returns and monthly management reports.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Accounting

Customer Service

Data Analysis

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Self-Motivation

Education

A Level/GNVQ or equivalent

English and Maths GCSE's grade A-C

AAT qualification

Tools

XERO accounting software

Job description

Parker Lane Group leads the category in managed resale and re-commerce services. Our Resale advanced solutions and in-house end-to-end supply chain combine to deliver the highest resale values in the market for managed resale services.

Founded in 2010, PLG was one of the first companies worldwide to provide a full-stack re-commerce solution to returns and excess inventory management. PLG is present in over 60 markets worldwide and 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 Part Time 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 tasks 2 to 4 days a month.

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.