Bookkeeper & Accounts Assistant (UK)

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant with strong Xero experience to support our finance operations. This role is ideal for someone with bookkeeping or accounts assistant background who is confident in managing day-to-day financial tasks, ensuring accuracy, and maintaining compliance with UK accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities

Invoice Management : Record, process, and save purchase invoices in Xero, ensuring accurate correlation with purchase orders.

VAT Return Preparation : Assist with VAT calculations, prepare supporting documentation, and liaise with accountants to ensure timely and compliant submissions.

Accountants’ Liaison : Provide management accounts support and answer queries raised by external accountants.

Expense Management : Organize, review, and process expense claims in Xero; manage reimbursements for employees.

Payments : Prepare and process supplier payments by raising requests in Xero for authorization by bank signatories.

Financial Support : Provide accountants with all required supporting documentation, including bank statements and transaction details.

Bank Reconciliation : Regularly reconcile company bank accounts to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records.

Xero Setup & Maintenance : Create and manage accounts in Xero, ensuring accurate categorization and reporting.

Key Skills & Qualifications

Proven experience as a Bookkeeper, Accounts Assistant, or Finance Officer .

Strong knowledge of Xero Accounting Software (essential).

Understanding of UK VAT processes and compliance .

Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

Strong communication skills for liaising with accountants and internal teams.

AAT qualification (preferred but not essential).