Job Description
About The Role:
We are partnering with a highly regarded boutique real estate design and development studio that is seeking a part-time Finance Assistant / Bookkeeper to join its London team for 2–3 days per week (with only one day required in the office).
Working closely with the Director and wider team, you will support the day-to-day financial operations of the business, ensuring accurate bookkeeping, invoicing and financial administration. This role would suit someone organised, proactive and confident working with finance systems, ideally with Xero experience.
With an expanding project portfolio and a growing studio, this is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their finance career within a creative and entrepreneurial environment. The business offers a collaborative, social and supportive culture, alongside a competitive benefits package including enhanced annual leave, flexible working hours, private medical insurance, annual team trips, weekly team lunches and more.
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare and issue client invoices and assist with credit control
* Maintain project fee trackers and support with cash flow monitoring and financial reporting
* Assist with tracking project financial performance, including project costs and staffing allocations
* Manage accounts payable and receivable, including invoice coding and approvals within Xero
* Assist with payroll preparation, payment runs and inter-company transfers
* Monitor cash balances and provide regular financial updates to the Director
* Support with VAT returns, CIS submissions and other statutory filings
* Liaise with external accountants and support the preparation of year-end accounts
Key Skills / Requirements:
* Proven experience in bookkeeping, finance administration or accounting support
* Solid understanding of double entry
* Strong organisational skills with a high level of attention to detail
* Comfortable working with financial data and supporting financial processes
* Experience with accounting software (Xero experience highly desirable)
* Proactive and reliable, with the ability to manage tasks independently
* Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a small team
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