Senior Bookkeeper

Are you an experienced bookkeeper who''s comfortable running the books from start to finish using Xero? This is a senior, trusted role in a successful, long-established business, working closely with the Directors.
  
About the company
Our client is a well-established London vehicle rental business known for excellent customer service and a friendly, close-knit team.
  
The role
You''ll take ownership of the day-to-day accounts, from purchase and sales ledgers through to VAT, payroll and month-end. You''ll make sure a wide network of suppliers is paid correctly and on time, and keep the books accurate and fully reconciled.
  
Key responsibilities

• Managing the full purchase ledger and weekly supplier payment runs
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving queries
• Managing the sales ledger, rental income and credit control
• Carrying out bank and credit card reconciliations
• Maintaining fleet finance, hire purchase and leasing schedules
• Preparing VAT returns and processing monthly payroll and pensions
• Completing month-end to trial balance and supporting management accounts
• Preparing year-end files and liaising with the external accountants

• Solid experience as a Bookkeeper or Senior Bookkeeper, running the books to trial balance
• Strong purchase ledger, supplier payments and bank reconciliation experience
• Confidence with VAT returns, payroll and month-end journals
• Experience with Xero is essential
• Accuracy, good organisation and the ability to work independently
• AAT or Part Qualified