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:

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

About You:

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

What's on Offer:

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

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