Accountant Bookkeeper

Bookkeeper London City | Liverpool Street/Bank | Full-Time, Office-Based Are you an experienced Bookkeeper looking for a role where you can genuinely make an impact within a growing business? Our client is a well-established and highly successful trading business based in the heart of the City of London. Having achieved consistent growth over the past 16 years, they have built a strong reputation within their market while maintaining a collaborative, close-knit culture. With a young, ambitious and supportive team, this is an excellent opportunity for a Bookkeeper who enjoys working in an office environment where teamwork, accountability and relationships are valued. Working closely with the Managing Director, you will take ownership of the day-to-day bookkeeping function and play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and smooth financial operations across the business. Key responsibilities will include: • Managing sales, purchase and general ledger activities. • Processing invoices, payments and receipts. • Performing regular bank and balance sheet reconciliations. • Managing credit control and monitoring debtor balances. • Preparing and submitting VAT returns. • Supporting payroll administration where required. • Producing monthly management accounts and supporting month-end reporting. • Assisting with budgeting, audit preparation and process improvements. • Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with company procedures and HMRC requirements. To be successful, you will have: • Proven hands-on bookkeeping experience with a good understanding of double entry bookkeeping principles. • Strong knowledge of sales ledger, purchase ledger and bank reconciliations. • Experience preparing VAT returns and monthly management accounts. • Experience using accounting software such as Sage, Xero or QuickBooks. • Strong Excel skills and excellent attention to detail. • AAT Level 3/4 qualification or equivalent experience. Experience within an SME, trading, stock-based or multi-currency environment would be advantageous, as would payroll exposure. Why Apply? • Join a business that has enjoyed sustained growth for over 16 years. • Become an integral part of a friendly, close-knit team. • Work directly with senior leadership and have real visibility across the business. • Enjoy a collaborative office culture. • City office location close to Liverpool Street and Bank stations. • Long-term stability and career development opportunities within a successful organisation. Location: London EC2 (Liverpool Street/Bank) Hours: 9:00am - 5:30pm, Monday to Friday Working Pattern: 100% Office-Based If you're looking for a hands-on bookkeeping role within a growing and successful business where your contribution will be valued and recognised, we'd love to hear from you.