Part-Time Accountant & Bookeeper

Seeking an experienced Accountant & Bookkeeper to join an established company based in Central London on a permanent, part-time basis as their sole finance team member, owning end to end finance. This is an exciting long-term opportunity to contribute to a growing business as it transitions into a newly incorporated company. The role offers flexibility with remote working and occasional on-site presence at its London-based premises. Key Responsibilities: • Manage day-to-day banking operations, including reconciliations for multi-currency accounts, and post entries to sales, purchase, and nominal ledgers. • Process invoice payments with appropriate approval. • Generate monthly sales reports from invoices and input them into accounting software. Allocate and input all purchase invoices accurately. • Perform manual allocation of cost of sales, stock accrual entries, and maintain additional spreadsheets for stock reconciliation and annual adjustments. • Produce management accounts and update profit & loss forecasts regularly. • Handle payment and allocation of credit card accounts and reimburse personal expenses. • Process salary payments accurately and on time. • Prepare VAT returns, including specialised VAT entries unique to the industry, ensuring timely submission to tax authorities. • Maintain schedules related to industry-specific compliance requirements (e.g., resale rights). • Collaborate closely with leadership on all accounting matters, addressing day-to-day queries as needed. • Conduct monthly cash flow analysis and forecasting to support financial planning. • Prepare debtors/creditors reports for review. • Assist in preparing annual accounts for external audit by third-party accountants. Requirements: • AAT qualification or QBE (Qualified by Experience). • Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills. • Effective communicator capable of liaising across teams and with leadership. • Flexible and adaptable to change within a dynamic environment. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates