Full time Permanent

Bookkeeper

Sheridan Maine London

London, EC4R 0BR

£30000 - £40000 per annum

Posted: 16 July 2026 (3 weeks ago)

Closing date: 15 August 2026

Ref: 60429595

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About the Role

Sheridan Maine London seeks a Bookkeeper to join its Central London accountancy practice on a permanent, full-time basis, with a salary between £30,000 and £40,000 per annum. The Bookkeeper in London will manage daily financial records for a diverse client portfolio across several sectors. Key responsibilities include maintaining accurate ledgers, processing transactions, and reconciling accounts. This role requires strong attention to detail, proficiency with bookkeeping software, and the ability to deliver a precise, efficient service. The position offers a chance to work within a supportive team, contributing to high-quality client outcomes.

Bookkeeper - Central London
Competitive Salary + Benefits
“When your thoughts, words, and deeds form a seamless fabric, you streamline your efforts and thus eliminate worry and dread.” Epictetus.
Looking to join a friendly and supportive accountancy practice where your expertise will be valued?
Sheridan Maine is delighted to be partnering with a well-established accountancy practice in Central London to recruit an experienced Bookkeeper.
This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented bookkeeping professional to join a collaborative team, working with a varied portfolio of clients across a range of industries. You'll play a key role in ensuring clients receive an accurate, efficient and high-quality bookkeeping service.
As Bookkeeper, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day bookkeeping requirements for a diverse client portfolio, ensuring financial records are accurate and up to date.
Your responsibilities will include:

Maintaining accurate bookkeeping records for a portfolio of clients
Processing purchase and sales invoices, receipts and payments
Performing bank and balance sheet reconciliations
Preparing and submitting VAT returns
Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable where required
Assisting with the preparation of management accounts
Liaising directly with clients to resolve queries and obtain financial information
Working with cloud-based accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks and Sage
Supporting accountants with year-end accounts preparation
Ensuring compliance with accounting standards and HMRC requirements

To be successful in the application of this Bookkeeper role, you will have:

Previous bookkeeping experience gained within an accountancy practice
Strong knowledge of bookkeeping principles and VAT
Experience using cloud-based accounting software, including Xero, QuickBooks or Sage
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Strong communication skills with a client-focused approach
AAT qualification or qualified by experience (desirable)

What's on Offer:

Competitive salary
A varied client portfolio across multiple sectors
Supportive and collaborative working environment

If you're an experienced Bookkeeper looking to join a respected accountancy practice where you can continue to develop your career, we'd love to hear from you.
If you’re passionate about this position or are keen to hear more, please click on “apply” as soon as possible.
You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.
Due to the high volume of applications, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

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