UK Bookkeeper (Remote - Part Time) - MUST HAVE UK BOOKKEEPING EXPERIENCE

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TYPE OF WORK

Part Time

SALARY

TBC

HOURS PER WEEK

20

DATE UPDATED

Aug 17, 2026

JOB OVERVIEW

We are a fast-growing, modern UK accounting and bookkeeping business looking for an experienced UK Bookkeeper to join our team long term.

IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING
If you do NOT have hands-on experience working with UK clients and UK bookkeeping systems, your application will not be considered.

This is not an entry-level role and is not suitable for bookkeepers who have only worked with US, AU or other non-UK accounts.

About the Role

You will be supporting UK-based accountants and business owners with day-to-day bookkeeping, VAT work, and financial admin. Accuracy, organisation and strong communication are essential.

This is a remote role with long-term opportunity for the right person.

YOU MUST HAVE (Non-Negotiable)

* Proven experience working with UK clients
* Strong understanding of UK bookkeeping rules
* Experience preparing books ready for UK accountants
* Understanding of:

VAT
CIS (preferred but not essential)
UK expenses and allowable costs
Bank reconciliations
Purchase & sales ledger

* Hands-on experience using:

Xero
QuickBooks Online

If you have not used these systems with UK businesses, this role is not for you.

Your Responsibilities:

Bookkeeping for multiple UK businesses
Bank and credit card reconciliations
Posting purchase invoices and sales invoices
Managing receipts and expense records
VAT return preparation (data ready for review)
Keeping accounts organised and up to date
Communicating clearly about missing information or issues
Following processes and checklists carefully

The Type of Person We’re Looking For:

* Detail-obsessed
* Reliable and consistent
* Proactive — you speak up if something doesn’t look right
* Comfortable working independently
* Good written English
* Not afraid of systems and processes

Bonus Skills (Nice to Have):

CIS experience
Payroll knowledge
Practice management software experience
Working with UK accountants before

Working Hours:

UK-aligned hours preferred (or partial overlap required).

How to Apply:

To prove you have read this properly, start your application with:

“I have UK bookkeeping experience and have worked in [Xero / QuickBooks] for UK clients.”

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