Senior Bookkeeper (London)

Senior Bookkeeper (London)

Full-Time 22.5 - 22.5 £ / hour (est.) No working from home possible
YRH Finance Team

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage bookkeeping for SMEs, including invoicing, reconciliations, and VAT returns.
  • Company: Join The Part-Time Finance People, a supportive accounting firm focused on SME success.
  • Benefits: Earn £22.50 per hour with flexible hours, working 2-3 days a week.
  • Other info: Ideal for self-employed individuals looking to balance work and life.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in SMEs while enjoying a diverse and inclusive work culture.
  • Qualifications: Must have 2+ years of UK finance experience and expertise in Xero.

The predicted salary is between 22.5 - 22.5 £ per hour.

As a Senior Bookkeeper for The Part‑Time Finance People you will manage the day‑to‑day bookkeeping requirements of SME clients including bank reconciliations, sales and purchase ledger management, invoice processing, credit control, VAT return preparation and submission, and maintaining accurate accounting records. You will work closely with clients to ensure compliance, improve financial processes, and provide timely and reliable financial information.

You should be an experienced Finance manager with a passion for supporting SMEs. Ideally, you are already self‑employed with at least two days of availability per week.

Your Expertise Should Include:

  • Customer invoicing and sales ledger management
  • Credit control and debtor reporting to directors
  • Supplier invoices and purchase ledger management
  • Drafting payment runs for approval
  • Supplier reconciliations
  • Bank postings and reconciliations
  • Expense and credit card management and reconciliation
  • VAT returns
  • Payroll (possibly) and pension administration
  • Month‑end journals including depreciation, accruals, and prepayments
  • Experience with Xero (ideally with QuickBooks and Sage50 as well)

Rate of Pay: £22.50 per hour

Hours: 2/3 days per week

Location: London (onsite)

The Part‑Time Finance People are passionate about helping business owners have more successful businesses and feel happier. As an accounting firm we want to provide a different, more commercial type of accounting support to SME businesses.

Our values promote a diverse, supportive, and inclusive work environment. We welcome different perspectives to drive innovation and build talented teams, encouraging everyone to reach their full potential.

A minimum of 2 years of UK‑based experience as a Finance Manager is required to apply.

Senior Bookkeeper (London) employer: YRH Finance Team

Join a well-established retail business in High Wycombe as a Part-Time Financial Controller, where you will play a pivotal role in the senior leadership team. This position offers flexible working hours, competitive pay, and the chance to work closely with directors while leading a dedicated finance team. With a focus on professional growth and meaningful contributions to business strategy, this role is perfect for finance professionals seeking to enhance their portfolio in a supportive and dynamic environment.

YRH Finance Team

Contact Details:

YRH Finance Team Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Bookkeeper (London)

Bookkeeping
Bank Reconciliations
Sales Ledger Management
Purchase Ledger Management
Invoice Processing
Credit Control
VAT Return Preparation