Job Description

About Us:

We are a start-up accountancy practice providing modern, cloud-based bookkeeping and accounting services to small businesses, sole traders, and limited companies--primarily using Xero, but also supporting clients on QuickBooks, FreeAgent and similar platforms.

Role Overview:

We're looking for a reliable and detail-oriented part-time bookkeeper/accountant to support our growing client base. The role is varied, with work ranging from transaction processing and reconciliations to VAT returns and year-end accounts. You'll work flexibly, mostly from home, with the option to meet locally when needed.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain accurate bookkeeping records for a portfolio of clients (primarily Xero) Reconcile bank, credit card and control accounts Prepare and submit VAT returns (MTD compliant) Support with management accounts, cash flow and forecasting Assist with year-end accounts preparation (FRS 105/FRS 102 1A formats) Liaise with clients to obtain records and resolve queries Ensure accounting records are kept up-to-date and ready for review Occasionally support migration between cloud platforms (e.g. QuickBooks to Xero)

Key Requirements:

Proven bookkeeping/accounting experience (ideally in a practice environment) Strong working knowledge of Xero; experience with other cloud offerings a bonus Solid understanding of VAT, bank reconciliations, and double-entry principles Organised, self-motivated and able to manage workload independently Good Excel/Google Sheets skills and a high standard of accuracy Ideally AAT qualified or similar (but experience and capability matter most)

Nice to Have (Not Essential):

Xero certification Experience with payroll or CIS Familiarity with cloud document tools (Dext, Hubdoc, etc.)

What We Offer:

Flexible working hours to suit your schedule Fully remote work with optional in-person collaboration Friendly, no-stress working environment Potential to grow the role over time if desired
Job Types: Freelance, Zero hours contract

Pay: 15.00-17.50 per hour

Expected hours: 1 - 15 per week

Schedule:

Flexitime
Experience:

Bookkeeping: 2 years (required) Xero: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: Remote

Application deadline: 30/06/2025