I’m looking for an experienced independent bookkeeper or virtual finance manager (remote) to set up and manage bookkeeping systems for two separate companies — one based in the UK and one in Dubai. The role involves full setup, ongoing monthly bookkeeping, invoice management, payment chasing, and consolidated reporting, without giving either accountant real-time access to my financial data. What I need 1. Initial Setup (One-time Project), 2. Recommend and implement cloud accounting software (likely Xero or QuickBooks) for each entity. Connect bank feeds for UK and Dubai accounts. Create invoice templates and automated invoice reminders. Set up payroll integrations for each entity (if applicable). Establish bank reconciliation processes and automation rules. Liaise with both accountants for initial setup requirements. Setup fee: Fixed project fee, payable 50% upfront and 50% on completion. 2. Ongoing Monthly Retainer Send invoices for both entities. Liaise with clients and chase overdue payments when required. Track all incoming payments and reconcile bank transactions for both entities. Match invoices against payments received. Check monthly revenue vs. bank inflows. Manage staff payments/payroll. Prepare monthly P&L reports for each entity plus a consolidated group summary. Provide an aged receivables report (list of unpaid invoices). Monthly fee: Flat retainer, invoiced in advance. Any work outside agreed scope billed at pre-agreed hourly rate. 3. Year-End Handover Prepare year-end reports for UK accountant and Dubai accountant separately. Liaise with each accountant to provide only the required reports — no real-time access. Requirements Proven experience with multi-entity and multi-currency bookkeeping. Strong knowledge of both UK accounting principles (including VAT) and UAE accounting requirements. Proficient in Xero or QuickBooks Online. Highly organised, discreet, and able to work independently. Confident handling client communications around invoicing and payment chasing.
Role Overview We are a well-established and growing business currently transitioning our finance function from a fully outsourced model to an internal team. For the past four years, we’ve partnered with a trusted external accounting firm to manage all our finance and accounting activities. We are now taking the next step — bringing some of these key functions in-house — and are seeking our first internal finance hire to lead this process from within. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional to make a real impact. You’ll play a key role in the day-to-day financial management of the business while being supported by our longstanding external advisors. Over time, there is scope to grow the in-house team, with this role positioned to take on increasing responsibility as we develop the internal finance function. Key Responsibilities 1. Day to Day bookkeeping including managing accounts payable and receivable 2. Perform Bank Reconciliations on cloud software 3. Assistance with cash flow monitoring 4. Assistance with month end processes and journals 5. Supporting with management accounts preparation 6. Produce weekly sales performance reports 7. Adhoc reporting regarding profit and loss analysis and customer reporting 8. Preparing draft VAT returns and assistance with tax submissions 9. Liaising with external advisors as part of the handover period and beyond Required Skills & Experience 1. 2–3 years’ experience in a bookkeeping or assistant accountant role 2. Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes Comfortable working with cloud-based accounting software (e.g. Xero, QuickBooks, Sage) 4. Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills 5. Proactive and self-motivated, with a hands-on approach 6. Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively 7. AAT qualified or part-qualified ACCA/CIMA/ACA (desirable, not essential) 8. Confident communicator, able to work with both internal stakeholders and external advisors 9. Ambitious and adaptable — keen to grow with the business Desirable 1. Experience in the luxury, beauty, or retail sectors 2. Familiarity with multi-currency transactions and international operations 3. Knowledge of inventory accounting and cost of goods sold analysis
Main Responsibility: Entering and posting supplier invoices accurately and on time into our accounting system (Sage/Xero/QuickBooks) Bank and supplier reconciliations Supplier payments and invoice queries Month-end support and some AR holiday cover What You’ll Need: Previous experience in Accounts Payable or data entry Accuracy and attention to detail Familiarity with accounting software (Sage, Xero, or QuickBooks) Good communication and organisational skills
Job Title: Accounts Payable Assistant Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (6 months) Team: Finance Reports to: Finance Director Location: Office-based About White Cube White Cube was set up by Jay Jopling in 1993 as a project room for contemporary art. The gallery has since grown into one of the most influential commercial galleries in the world, representing internationally renowned artists such as Georg Baselitz, Tracey Emin, Antony Gormley, Mona Hatoum, Anselm Kiefer, Liu Wei, Park Seo Bo, Doris Salcedo and Jeff Wall. White Cube’s exhibition programme extends across locations in London, Hong Kong, Paris, New York, Seoul and online. Since its inception in 1993, the gallery has exhibited the work of many of the world’s most highly acclaimed contemporary artists. Role Overview We are looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Accounts Payable Assistant to join the Finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day accounts payable processes, ensuring timely and accurate management of invoices, expenses, and supplier payments. The role requires someone who can manage a high-volume workload efficiently while maintaining accuracy and strong attention to detail. You will play a key role in the finance team ensuring that supplier relationships remain strong and that financial records are well-maintained for compliance and reporting across the gallery and company. Key Responsibilities • Utilise essential finance systems such as Concur, Compleat, and Sage to receive, review, and process supplier invoices and employee expenses within the gallery, • Demonstrate effective time-keeping and organisational skills to ensure invoices are correctly coded, authorised, and entered into our accounting system., • Exhibit excellent attention to detail when matching invoices to purchase orders where applicable, • Liaise with the sales team to verify inventory details for artwork related invoices, check for missing information (such as references) and ensure costs are accurately posted., • Prepare weekly payment runs and ensure all payments are made accurately and on time., • Implement problem solving skills to resolve discrepancies when reconciling supplier statements, • Demonstrate excellent communication skills while maintaining positive relationships with suppliers and responding professionally to queries., • Approve and process invoices under set thresholds in a timely manner, • Review and process employee expense claims, ensuring they align with company policies and travel guidelines, and ensure all receipts are itemised and correctly coded before final approval, • Assist in maintaining and improving the expense management system (Concur)., • Perform weekly reconciliations for bank accounts across multiple entities and currencies., • Cross-check that payments and receipts are correctly posted in the system., • Provide administrative management of data, including ensuring supplier and expense data is up to date, currency exchange rates for relevant accounts are up to date, adding suppliers and maintaining codes in financial systems, and maintaining complete records for audit and compliance purposes, • Reconcile VAT statements with paid invoices and support international VAT reporting requirements., • Monitor the finance email inbox, ensuring all queries are addressed or allocated promptly., • Provide overall support to the wider Finance team as required, including opportunity to assist with training staff on processes. Skills and Experience • Previous experience in an Accounts Payable role is essential., • Proficiency with financial systems such as Concur, Compleat, and Sage., • Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy., • Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workload and manage tight deadlines., • Demonstrated ability to process a high volume of transactions efficiently and effectively., • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for liaising with internal teams and external suppliers., • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel., • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team., • Experience in handling international VAT and multi-currency accounts is a plus.