Part-Time Senior Bookkeeper (London South)

YRH Finance Team; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,571 - 36,420; Part time

Job summary

A financial services organization is seeking a Part-time Senior Bookkeeper to join their team in London South. The role involves providing hands-on financial support to small and medium-sized enterprises, managing day-to-day bookkeeping tasks, and preparing financial information. Ideal candidates should have a minimum of 3 years' UK experience and familiarity with Xero accounting software is preferred. This flexible position is perfect for those who enjoy supporting small businesses and making a significant impact on clients' financial management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' UK-based experience in bookkeeping or finance.
• Self-employed or freelance status preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on financial support to SME clients.
• Complete day-to-day bookkeeping tasks.
• Prepare and explain financial information.

Skills

Customer invoicing and sales ledger management

Credit control and debtor reporting

Supplier invoices and purchase ledger management

Bank postings and reconciliations

Experience with Xero accounting software

VAT returns

Tools

Xero

Sage 50

QuickBooks

Job description

Part‑time Senior Bookkeeper (London South)

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About the Role

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.

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.