Part-Time Senior Bookkeeper (London South)

The Part-Time Finance People; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A financial services company is seeking a Senior Bookkeeper to support SMEs in South London. This part-time role requires hands-on bookkeeping tasks, including invoicing, supplier management, and financial reconciliations. Ideal candidates will have at least three years of UK-based bookkeeping experience and be self-employed, offering 2-3 days of flexible support weekly. The position provides £22.50 per hour, emphasizing the importance of aiding small businesses in effective financial management.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' UK-based experience in bookkeeping or finance.
• Flexible hours with at least 2 days per week available.
• Experience in handling accounts for small businesses.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily bookkeeping tasks for SME clients.
• Prepare and explain financial information for better decision-making.
• Support small businesses in managing their financial operations.

Skills

Customer invoicing and sales ledger management

Credit control and debtor reporting

Supplier invoices and purchase ledger management

Drafting payment runs for approval

Supplier reconciliations

Bank postings and reconciliations

Expense and credit card management and reconciliation

VAT returns

Month-end journals

Experience with Xero accounting software

Payroll

Tools

Xero

Sage 50

QuickBooks

Job description

Part Time Senior Bookkeeper - South London

We’re looking for a Senior Bookkeeper to provide hands‑on financial support to our valued clients in London. As a Senior Bookkeeper for The Part‑Time Finance People, you’ll provide SME clients with tailored financial support, completing day‑to‑day bookkeeping tasks and helping to overcome accounting challenges while preparing and explaining financial information that improves cash flow and supports better decision‑making.

About You:

You are an experienced Bookkeeper/Finance Manager with practical exposure to growing SMEs. Ideally, you are self‑employed and have at least 2 days per week available to provide flexible, high‑quality support.

Your Expertise Should Include:

• Customer invoicing and sales ledger management
• Credit control and debtor reporting
• Supplier invoices and purchase ledger management
• Drafting payment runs for approval
• Supplier reconciliations
• Bank postings and reconciliations
• Expense and credit card management and reconciliation
• VAT returns
• Month‑end journals including depreciation, accruals, and prepayments
• Experience with Xero accounting software (Sage 50 / QuickBooks a plus)
• Payroll (if necessary)

Role Details:

• Location: London South (on‑site)
• Hours: Part‑time, 2‑3 days per week
• Rate: £22.50 per hour
• Type: Part‑time, self‑employed

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys supporting small businesses, values flexibility, and wants to make a meaningful impact on clients’ financial management.

Additional Information:

• We cannot offer sponsorship for overseas workers.
• Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years’ UK‑based experience in bookkeeping or finance.