Bookkeeper

apartmentThe Legends Agency placeCape Town calendar_month 
Bookkeeper
Join a fast-growing international accounting firm supporting UK clients

Remote | R22 000 to R25 000 per month

About Our Client

A growing accounting firm providing full-service financial support to UK-based clients. This remote opportunity allows you to work directly with the UK office while developing your career in a professional and client-focused environment.

The Role: Bookkeeper

This is a key role supporting the UK office with end-to-end bookkeeping and payroll services. You''ll be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients, ensuring accurate financial records, timely submissions to HMRC, and smooth payroll administration.

The role requires a strong understanding of UK accounting practices and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Minimum 5 years of bookkeeping experience
  • Liaise directly with a portfolio of clients
  • Process cashbook entries and perform bank reconciliations
  • Manage creditor processing and reconciliations
  • Post month-end journal entries and reconcile balance sheet accounts
  • Maintain and manage fixed asset registers including depreciation and disposals
  • Handle intercompany accounting and reconciliations
  • Prepare monthly management accounts
  • Administer UK payroll and submit returns using Simple Pay or similar
  • Reconcile VAT and file returns with HMRC
  • Electronically file annual accounts and confirmation statements with HMRC
  • Keep internal workflow systems updated
  • Assist with other ad hoc finance-related tasks
About You
  • Minimum 5 years of relevant bookkeeping experience
  • Diploma or degree in accounting
  • Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
  • Experienced in Xero and Sage Business Online
  • Skilled in payroll software, ideally Simple Pay
  • Familiar with UK accounting regulations and HMRC filing
  • Background in an accounting firm, ideally with UK client experience
  • Strong communicator with excellent attention to detail
  • Organised, deadline-driven, and able to work under pressure
  • Proactive team player with strong problem-solving skills
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