Job Title: Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant

Location: Barnet (Onsite) Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: 30-35k, Competitive (Dependent on Experience)

Overview

Our client, a well-established and growing business based in Barnet, is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. This is a fully onsite role and would suit a candidate with at least 18 months’ UK commercial experience in a similar position.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to further develop their accounting career within a supportive and professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

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Processing purchase and sales ledger invoices

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Bank reconciliations and credit card reconciliations

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Assisting with monthly management accounts preparation

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Maintaining accurate financial records and ledgers

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Processing supplier payments and monitoring cash flow

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Credit control and resolving invoice queries

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Assisting with VAT returns

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Supporting payroll processing (desirable)

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General finance administration and ad hoc support to the Finance Manager

Requirements

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Minimum 18 months’ UK commercial experience in a Bookkeeper or Accounts Assistant role

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Good working knowledge of accounting software (e.g. Sage, Xero, QuickBooks or similar)

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Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping

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Experience with bank reconciliations and ledger management

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Good Excel skills (including basic formulas and reconciliations)

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High level of accuracy and attention to detail

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Strong organisational and communication skills

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Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively

Desirable

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AAT qualification (or currently studying)

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Experience assisting with month-end processes

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Experience within an SME environment

What’s on Offer

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Stable, long-term opportunity

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Supportive working environment

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Opportunity for development and progression

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Convenient Barnet location