At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage day-to-day accounts and bookkeeping in a prestigious Family Office.
- Company: Join a respected Family Office in the heart of Kensington & Chelsea.
- Benefits: Supportive environment with opportunities for career development.
- Other info: Experience with Xero or Sage is a plus; dynamic and confidential work setting.
- Why this job: Perfect for bilingual professionals looking to grow in finance while using both French and English.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in accounts, fluent in French and English, strong IT skills.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
A great opportunity has arisen for a Bilingual Bookkeeper (English/French speaking) to join a prestigious Family Office based in Kensington & Chelsea, one of London's most sought-after locations.
The role will focus primarily on day-to-day accounts, bookkeeping and finance administration, working closely with the Financial Controller and liaising regularly with the Head Office in France.
This is an excellent opportunity for a bilingual French/English accounts professional who is looking to develop their career within a discreet, professional and supportive environment.
The successful candidate will be a French mother-tongue speaker, fluent in English, with strong IT and accounting systems skills.
Experience using Xero, Sage or similar accounting platforms is highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities
- Processing, verifying and coding invoices in accordance with established procedures.
- Preparing payment packs and ensuring all supporting documentation is complete.
- Maintaining accurate bookkeeping records and well-organised financial documentation.
- Carrying out bank, credit card, expense and supplier reconciliations and investigating discrepancies.
- Supporting the preparation of reliable financial information and reports.
- Collating approved information for payroll, VAT, tax, audit and KYC requirements.
- Liaising with the Head Office in France and handling routine correspondence and communication in both French and English.
- Using accounting software and Excel to maintain and analyse financial information.
- Supporting the Financial Controller with general finance administration and ad hoc accounting tasks.
- Assisting with general office management duties.
About You
- Minimum 3 years relevant experience in accounts, finance administration or a similar position.
- A good working knowledge of bookkeeping, accounts payable and reconciliations.
- Strong Excel and general IT skills.
- Experience using an accounting system such as Xero, Sage or similar.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in French and English.
- Mother tongue French - essential
- Previous experience within a family office, private office or other confidential environment would be advantageous.
Fame Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer. We continually strive to improve our processes around our diversity, equity and inclusion strategy.
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Senior Bookkeeper - French/English Bilingual employer: Fame Recruitment Consultants Ltd
Join a well-established law firm in North West London as a Post Completions Assistant, where you will thrive in a professional and supportive environment. Enjoy the flexibility of remote work with occasional office visits, alongside competitive salary packages and genuine opportunities for career development within a dynamic team. This firm values diversity, equity, and inclusion, making it an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
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Fame Recruitment Consultants Ltd Recruitment Team
