Bookkeeper

London
09-03-2026
Job Type
Permanent
Emp Type
Full Time
Industry
Accountancy (Not Big 4)
Division
Finance and Accounting
Job Title
Bookkeeper (F&A)
Salary Type
Annual
Salary
GBP £29,000.00 - GBP £35,000.00
Job ID
165207

Job Description

Bookkeeper

London

Permanent

£29,000 - £35,000 DOE

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing boutique accountancy firm in London.  The firm is looking to recruit a technically strong and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join their small, collaborative team.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

  • Generate sales invoices in Xero using client-provided information or data from client-based systems
  • Transfer data from Dext or Pleo to Xero with correct nominal coding and VAT treatment
  • Input data into Xero accurately, ensuring correct nominal coding, VAT treatment, and utilising tracking categories and client recharge tracking where necessary
  • Reconcile bank accounts in Xero, including importing bank statements if required
  • Enter data from various client systems and add-ons such as Stripe, Go Cardless, and Inventory systems
  • Input month-end journals for prepayments, accruals, income in advance, etc.
  • Promptly request missing information from clients in a courteous manner
  • Preparing monthly/quarterly management reports when required
  • Verify the accuracy of VAT audit reports
  • Ensure awareness of VAT treatment for goods and services outside the UK
  • Prepare VAT reconciliation reports monthly/quarterly
  • Run payroll/pension using Xero including sending payslips and reporting to HMRC based on data received from the client.

WHAT YOU WILL HAVE:

  • Prior experience in bookkeeping (1-2 years)
  • Proficiency in Xero, familiarity with Dext or Pleo preferred
  • Confident with Excel and general financial reporting
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

WHAT YOU WILL GET:

  • Competitive base salary
  • Flexible hybrid working (2 days in the office and 3 days working from home)
  • Pension
  • other excellent benefits

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