Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant / Bookkeeper Location: South Kensington, London (Onsite working)Salary: £35,000 to £45,000Experience Required/ software: min 3 years'' experience (ideally within construction/ real estate or property)Software: Xero experience essential About the Role This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing real estate investment firm and support the finance function. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records across the businesses, taking ownership of day-to-day bookkeeping, purchase ledger management, supplier payments, bank reconciliations, and subcontractor administration. The role has a strong focus on Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) compliance, VAT treatment, and the Domestic Reverse Charge within a construction and development environment. Working closely with the Finance Manager and wider development team, you will contribute to the efficient running of the finance function and support the delivery of both construction and investment projects. Key Responsibilities Manage day-to-day bookkeeping activities across multiple entities using Xero. Process and code purchase invoices accurately, ensuring correct treatment of CIS, VAT, and Domestic Reverse Charge transactions. Prepare and submit monthly CIS returns, including subcontractor verification, deduction calculations, and issuing payment and deduction statements. Maintain accurate subcontractor records and ensure ongoing CIS compliance. Assist with the ..... full job details .....