Remote Bookkeeper

Outsource Ability Ltd; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based company is seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to manage day-to-day financial operations. This remote position offers flexibility while requiring strong knowledge of UK bookkeeping practices and experience with software like QuickBooks and Xero. Ideal for someone who values precision and organization, this role includes maintaining financial records, preparing reports, and managing accounts payable and receivable.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Fully remote role

Flexible hours

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of UK bookkeeping practices, including VAT and compliance requirements.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.

Responsibilities

• Maintain complete and accurate financial records for daily transactions.
• Prepare and deliver monthly financial reports.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processing.

Skills

Attention To Detail

Communication Skills

Accounting Software

Organization

Compliance

Forecasting

Tools

Quickbooks

Xero

Job description

Job Description
Outsource Ability on behalf of our UK-based client

Our client, a UK-based business, is seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Bookkeeper to manage day-to-day financial operations and ensure accurate record-keeping. This role is ideal for someone who values precision, organization, and has strong knowledge of UK bookkeeping practices. It’s a supportive, 100% remote position, offering flexibility and autonomy while working with a growing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain complete and accurate financial records for daily transactions, including expenses, invoices, receipts, and payroll.
• Reconcile bank statements and credit card accounts weekly, investigating and resolving discrepancies within three business days.
• Prepare and deliver monthly financial reports (P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow) by the 5th business day each month, providing leadership with clear visibility into performance.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable processing vendor, sending client invoices, and tracking outstanding balances.
• Support tax preparation by organizing documentation, categorizing expenses, and ensuring readiness for quarterly and annual filings.
• Implement and maintain efficient bookkeeping systems and tools (QuickBooks, Xero, or equivalent), streamlining workflows for accuracy and consistency.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting by compiling data, identifying variances, and presenting actionable recommendations to leadership.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Strong knowledge of UK bookkeeping practices, including VAT and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with QuickBooks, Xero, or comparable accounting software.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles, payroll, and tax compliance.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting while meeting tight deadlines.
• Clear and professional communication skills for collaborating with leadership, vendors, and accountants.

Compensation

Competitive pay commensurate with experience. Supportive, fully remote role with flexibility.

Join Us

If you take pride in accuracy, value integrity, and want to play a key role in a growing UK-based company, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help us keep the books balanced and the business thriving.

Required Skills

• Readiness
• Flexibility
• Xero
• Organization
• Accountants
• Accounts Payable
• Operations
• Compliance
• Accounting Software
• Balance P&L
• Balance Sheet
• Bookkeeping
• Cash Flow
• Compensation
• Tax
• Attention To Detail
• Quickbooks
• Credit
• Expenses
• Communication Skills
• Forecasting
• Cash Budgeting
• Payroll
• Records
• Vendors
• Preparation
• Accounting Documentation
• Software
• Business Leadership
• Communication