Bookkeeper

AKS Advisers; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000

Job description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an individual looking to progress their career in the Central London office of a rapidly growing national accountancy firm.

We are looking to recruit a candidate to perform a bookkeeping and progress to accounts preparation role.

ABOUT THE JOB

Key Responsibilities

1. Have knowledge of working with limited companies
2. Prepare VAT returns and associated bookkeeping
3. Prepare management accounts
4. Prepare management reports for clients to assist in client meetings and show value added from the firm
5. Prepare cashflow forecast
6. Be able to carry out complex bookkeeping work for clients.
7. Manage day to day client relationship and dealing with ad-hoc queries

The Person

We are looking for an enthusiastic team player to join their friendly and professional team.

• Be graduate or studying towards AAT/ACCA/ACA/ICAS
• Have an experience of working in accountancy practice or accounts department for at least 2 years. The experience has to be within a UK based organisation.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and oral).
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure
• Strong IT skills including MS Office and databases
• Demonstrates attention to detail and a high concern for accuracy.
• Experience with working on Xero software preferred

This is a role which will suit somebody who enjoys the variety offered by a general practice firm dealing with the requirements of owner managed businesses.

The successful applicant will benefit from working alongside the managers/directors, taking responsibility for specific clients as they are delegated.

About Us

Our focus at AKS is providing a strategic approach, going the extra mile to keep clients on-track to achieve their personal and business objectives. As a boutique UK accountancy & advisory firm we have a passion for advising entrepreneurs and SMEs through our sector-led teams.

We apply the same principles to individuals within the firm. Our people are ambitious, self-motivated and encouraged to develop their skill set and realise their potential.

• We are a boutique practice which thrives on its international client base and unique advisory services
• Join our family, be a member and not just a number!
• We offer a dynamic and rewarding environment with exposure to a diverse range of clients and industry sectors
• Our package and benefits are very competitive
• Work life balance is part of our organisational culture
• We believe in developing our staff throughout their career

Key Benefits We Offer, But Not Limited To

• Competitive base salary (we do yearly market research to ensure we offer a competitive salary to our employees and joining candidates)
• Cash health plan available to all employees
• Pension Matching Scheme: if employee contributes 2.5-5%, we match it
• Reimbursement of one professional subscription each year

THE ROLE CAN EITHER BE PART TIME OR FULL TIME.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Accounting