Bookkeeper UK

The Legends Agency; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing accounting firm in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to support their UK office. Responsibilities include managing client relations, processing reconciliations, and administering payroll. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and extensive bookkeeping experience, particularly with UK clients. This permanent role offers opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of bookkeeping experience.
• Experience in HMRC filing is preferred.
• Experience working with UK-based clients and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with clients in the assigned portfolio.
• Process cashbook and bank reconciliations.
• Administer the full UK payroll function.

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Education

Diploma or degree in accounting

Tools

MS Office Suite

Accounting software (Xero, Sage)

Payroll software (Simple Pay)

Job description

Overview

Job Description Bookkeeper Summary: The successful applicant should have extensive bookkeeping experience and will support our UK office from our growing accounting firm in Lagoon Beach, Milnerton. The role involves comprehensive bookkeeping tasks, client liaison, payroll administration, and HMRC filings. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently. This is a permanent position with opportunities for professional development.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with clients in the assigned portfolio.
• Process cashbook and bank reconciliations.
• Oversee creditor processing and reconciliations.
• Process month-end journal entries.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts.
• Maintain fixed asset registers.
• Manage fixed asset accounting, including acquisitions, disposals, and annual depreciation.
• Handle intercompany accounting and reconciliation.
• Prepare management accounts.
• Administer the full UK payroll function.
• Reconcile VAT and submit HMRC returns.
• Electronically file annual accounts and confirmation statements with HMRC.
• Update the internal workflow management system.
• Assist with other finance-related tasks as requested.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in accounting.

Business Skills / Experience

• Minimum 5 years of bookkeeping experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.
• Proficiency in accounting software, specifically Xero and Sage Business Online.
• Proficiency in payroll software, with Simple Pay preferred.
• Experience in HMRC filing.
• Demonstrated ability to work directly with clients.

Industry Skills / Experience

• Experience working in an accounting firm, with UK experience preferred.
• Proven experience in the accounting sector, particularly with UK-based clients and regulations.
• Familiarity with intercompany accounting practices and fixed asset management.

Job Type

• Permanent