Job Description:

My client who specializes in property management services, focusing on short-term rentals for homeowners, is looking for an experienced Bookkeeper with a strong background in accounting and financial management, who can handle bookkeeping tasks for multiple companies within our portfolio. This role requires excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in Xero to ensure accurate financial reporting across five entities.

Key Responsibilities:
• Data Processing & Journals: Process all income, expenses, assets, and liability journals to maintain accurate accounting records.
• Cashbook Management: Process daily cashbooks for all companies.
• Monthly Reconciliation: Reconcile balance sheet accounts and intercompany loan accounts monthly.
• Standard & Payroll Journals: Prepare and post standard and payroll journals accurately.
• Bank Reconciliation: Perform daily bank reconciliations.
• Sales Invoicing: Raise multiple sales invoices each day across all companies.
• Trial Balance Review: Ensure correct allocations within the trial balance.
• Debtors & Creditors Control: Reconcile debtor and creditor control accounts regularly.
• Accounting Integrity: Take overall responsibility for the accuracy and integrity of the accounting records on Xero.
• Month-End Deadlines: Meet all monthly deadlines for month-end cut-off.
• Audit Preparation: Prepare the audit file and audit schedules as requested by external auditors.
• VAT Compliance: Prepare VAT 201 and ensure VAT payments are made on time; handle VAT receipts and follow up on discrepancies.
• Payroll Compliance: Prepare EMP201 and ensure timely PAYE payments.
• Management Reporting: Prepare additional reports for management as required.
• General Office Duties: Perform general office tasks as necessary to support the team.