Accounts Assistant in Barnet

We are seeking a highly organised, proactive, and detail-focused Accounts Administrator / Bookkeeper to join a growing construction and property-related business. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys taking ownership of the accounts function, working independently, and ensuring the financial administration of a busy business runs smoothly. The successful candidate will have strong experience using Xero, excellent attention to detail, and confidence managing day-to-day finance processes.

Experience working with a MacBook / macOS environment would be beneficial, as the role will involve working across cloud-based systems, finance platforms, spreadsheets, and shared digital records.

• Manage the day-to-day accounts function using Xero
• Raise, issue, and manage client invoices accurately and on time
• Chase outstanding payments and manage credit control
• Reconcile bank accounts, supplier statements, and finance records
• Process supplier invoices and prepare supplier payments
• Maintain accurate and organised financial records
• Support the preparation of monthly management accounts and reports
• Assist with general bookkeeping and financial administration
• Liaise confidently with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and internal teams
• Maintain clear digital filing systems for invoices, statements, payments, and records
• Identify improvements to finance systems, workflows, and internal processes
• Ensure financial information is handled accurately, confidentially, and professionally

The ideal candidate will be organised, confident, and comfortable taking ownership of the accounts function within a growing business. You will be proactive, reliable, and able to manage multiple priorities without needing close supervision.

• Strong working knowledge of Xero
• Good understanding of invoicing, reconciliations, payment processing, and credit control
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload
• Confidence communicating with clients, suppliers, and internal teams
• The ability to work independently and take responsibility for deadlines
• Good spreadsheet and general IT skills
• Working knowledge of MacBook / macOS systems, or confidence adapting to a Mac-based working environment
• Experience within construction, property, trades, or project-based businesses would be advantageous

• Xero bookkeeping
• Accounts administration
• Purchase ledger and sales ledger support
• Bank reconciliation
• Supplier statement reconciliation
• Credit control
• Invoice processing
• MacBook / macOS confidence
• Strong communication and organisation

Salary of £33,000 – £36,000 per annum, depending on experience. Opportunity to take ownership of a key finance role. Friendly and supportive working environment. Opportunity to grow with an expanding business. Varied role within a busy construction/property-related company. Flexible working arrangements may be considered.

This role would suit an experienced Accounts Administrator, Bookkeeper, Finance Administrator, or Assistant Accountant who is confident using Xero, comfortable managing day-to-day accounts processes, and looking for a role where they can take ownership and add real value. The successful candidate will be someone who enjoys solving problems, keeping financial processes organised, and helping the business operate efficiently.