Jobs, fresher vacancy - Bookkeeper • UK

Company: Hunter Dunning

UK

Bookkeeper Job in SW London A new opportunity has arisen for an experienced Bookkeeper job to join a long-established, family-owned property company. The role will be office-based in East Sheen, London, and can be based on either a 4 or 5 days per week working pattern. Offering circa £30,000 and hybrid working. The company has an impressive portfolio of properties across London that includes residential, commercial, and mixed-use spaces. They are a small but close-knit team looking for an experienced bookkeeper or financial administrator to join their team on an initial 6-month contract with a view to extend this to a permanent position. Role & Responsibilities Maintain accurate financial records and reconcile accounts Manage accounts receivable, including following up on non-payments of rent Handle accounts payable and ensure suppliers are paid on time Prepare and send rent invoices for commercial tenants Prepare and issue service charge demands to leaseholders Apply for and manage Fair Rent applications Prepare quarterly VAT returns Process monthly payroll Record transactions in Xero and ensure accounts are kept up to date Prepare year-end accounts for external accountants Liaise with utility providers between lets. Required Skills & Experience Minimum 5 years' bookkeeping/accounting experience Previous experience in the property sector is essential Strong knowledge of accounting principles and VAT rules Proficiency with Xero and Microsoft Excel AAT qualification, desirable Excellent attention to detail, accuracy and organisation skills Self-motivated and able to work independently Strong communication skills, both written and verbal What you get back £25,000 - £30,000 per annum, dependent on experience 20 days holiday + bank holidays + xmas shutdown Work from home on Fridays. Apply If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies. In accordance with GDPR, by applying for this position you give us your consent to process your data in-line with our Privacy and Data Protection Policies which can be read on the privacy policy page on our website. Referral Did you know we run a referral scheme? We pay a £1000 referral bonus if you introduce us to anyone who we then successfully place in a new job role. Just send us their information and we'll do the rest. Terms: A candidate is deemed to have been successfully placed once they have started a new job as a result of an introduction made by Hunter Dunning and when they've successfully completed the probation period. See website for full terms & conditions. Bookkeeper Job in SW London - Your Property Recruitment Specialists (Job Ref: 1279791)