Job Description

Job description

An excellent opportunity to join a boutique accounting and tax advisory in their search for a bookkeeper and assistant accountant (with good exposure to tax) in London. Firm's clientele is primarily high net worth individuals, their businesses and family offices.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK in accordance with the

Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006

as we are unable to sponsor this position.

Responsibilities:

1. Independently manage bookkeeping regarding full tax and accounting cycles for small to medium sized businesses (revenues, expenses, receivables, payables, VAT, corporate tax, payroll, bank transactions reconciliation, tax filings, self assessment etc), will be trained and supported by qualified accountants.

2. Daily work status update and reporting to internal and external parties.

3. Documentation of key internal processes and filings of documents.

4. Maintain fluid communication with internal and external parties such as HMRC, banks, suppliers, customers and accountants regarding client's finance and tax matters and manage tax compliance deadlines.

5. Assist with personal tax planning and filing, will be trained and supported by experienced tax advisors and lawyers.

6. Respect client confidentiality and sensitive personal and business information and report any issues which may affect client's relationship with key external parties.

7. May be required to visit certain clients on a weekly basis (London and surrounding areas, travel expense covered) and report to firm's office in central London on request. Otherwise work from home.

Requirements

1. At least 1 years' experience in bookkeeping in the UK, AAT qualified or partially qualified will be advantageous.

2. Experience or knowledge of accounting software such as Xero or Sage.

3. Chinese speaker, able to read and write.

4. Strong organisation and prioritisation skills with the ability to work towards multiple deadlines.

5. Intermediate computer skills for Excel, Word.

6. Willing to work in a multi-site environment (office, client site or remotely).

The highlight of the role

Company sponsorship to study towards AAT, ACA, ACCA, CTA or other related accounting and tax qualifications.

Exposure to interesting and high-profile client cases that cover full spectrum of accounting and tax compliance business which can speed up career growth. The firm has a strong niche in international taxation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 26,000.00-28,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme Performance bonus
Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Flexitime Free or subsidised travel Sick pay Work from home
Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday
Experience:

Accounting: 2 years (preferred)
Language:

Chinese (required)
Licence/Certification:

AAT (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London, W1H