Bookkeeper

Bookkeeper / Accounts AssistantLocation: East London | Hybrid WorkingPosition: Permanent We're delighted to be supporting a growing accountancy practice in the search for an experienced Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant to join their expanding team. Working alongside a team of accountants and business advisors, you'll support a diverse portfolio of clients operating across the creative industries, including sectors such as design, fashion, advertising, media, film and entertainment.This is a varied, client-facing role offering the opportunity to build long-term relationships whilst working across a broad range of businesses. This opportunity would suit somebody who enjoys working closely with clients, thrives in a collaborative environment and is looking to continue developing their career within a modern, forward-thinking practice.Key Responsibilities:\n

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• Manage the day-to-day bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients.
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• Process purchase and sales ledger transactions, ensuring accurate financial records are maintained.
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• Perform bank, balance sheet and control account reconciliations.
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• Prepare journals, including accruals, prepayments and other month-end adjustments.
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• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
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• Support the preparation of year-end statutory accounts.
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• Build strong relationships with clients, becoming a trusted point of contact for day-to-day finance queries.
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• Work across a variety of cloud-based accounting systems, maintaining accurate financial data.
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• Support the wider team with ad hoc accounting projects as required.
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About You:\n

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• Previous experience within an accountancy practice is highly desirable.
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• A solid understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and VAT.
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• Experience using Xero, Sage, QuickBooks or similar accounting software.
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• Strong Excel skills and confidence working across multiple systems.
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• Excellent communication skills with the confidence to work directly with clients.
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• Organised, proactive and able to manage your own workload effectively.
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• Positive, personable and collaborative approach to work.
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• Keen to continue developing your accounting career within a growing practice.
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• AAT qualified or studying ACCA would be advantageous, but is not essential.
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What's on Offer:\n

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• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
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• Hybrid working.
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• ACCA study support.
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• Ongoing learning and development.
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• Genuine career progression within a growing practice.
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• Supportive, collaborative team culture.
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• Additional employee benefits and regular social events.
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