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We are a firm of Chartered Accountants with diverse clients. Looking for someone to process invoices, maintaining records, assisting with reconciliations, Vat, Accounts an Payroll.

Job Title: Practice Accountant Location: Hybrid Working Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: to be discussed Reference ID: Practice Accountant – BensA-Hybrid About Us We are seeking a skilled multilingual Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate should have experience of handling Accounts, Tax and Compliance of UK businesses, the candidate should be well versed with Accounting and Compliance in the UK (prior UAE/Middle East experience an added advantage), the candidate will be responsible for managing clients financial records, reports, and ensuring compliance with HMRC, Companies House, and other regulations in the UK. Key Responsibilities: - Manage portfolio of clients delivering bookkeeping and tax services. - Manage independently the clients from onboarding, delivery and advisory. - Statutory and non-statutory accounts preparation. - Corporation tax, self-assessment, and tax returns including VAT returns. - Payroll management, PAYE, and CIS compliance. - Manage new client onboarding and fee quotations. - Develop and maintain strong client relationships with regular meetings and correspondence. - Address client and team queries on tax and accounting matters. - Update with relevant legislative updates on HMRC/Companies House, PAYE, and CIS. - Contribute to internal process improvement and practice software systems. - Collaborate effectively with colleagues and support junior staff and senior management. - Develop and maintain strong client relationships with regular meetings and correspondence. What We’re Looking For - Qualifications: ACCA or ACA qualified (essential) - Experience: Minimum 2 years with a UK accounting practice. - Strong knowledge of FRS, tax, and other UK regulatory requirements. - Prior experience of Middle East region would be added advantage. - Excellent communication skills—both verbal and written. - Highly organised with an initiative-taking approach to task prioritisation and time management. - Available and approachable. - Strong attention to detail and analytical skills. - Proficient in cloud accounting software (e.g. Xero, QuickBooks, Zoho Books and FreeAgent); IRIS experience is an advantage. - Confident, professional, and committed to excellence - Adhere to Bens ways of working, culture, and approach. Benefits - Competitive salary: Will be discussed. - Opportunities for professional growth and career development. - Collaborative and supportive team culture. Monday to Friday. Hybrid Role (flexible). If you are a ACCA/ACA or of similar qualification, and have at least 2 years of experience with an accounting practice handling UK based clients? Apply now and be part of a growing, ambitious firm where your voice matters.

About the Role: We are an established and growing dog walking business based in Hampstead, seeking a qualified freelance bookkeeper who can also provide administrative support during the working week. This is a flexible, part-time role suited to an experienced professional who is highly organised, proactive, and capable of working independently. Key Responsibilities: - Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records - Raise, issue, and track client invoices - Manage payments, receipts, and reconciliations - Prepare basic financial reports and summaries - Handle day-to-day administrative tasks, including email management and document handling - Assist in streamlining and improving administrative processes - Required Qualifications and Experience A recognised UK bookkeeping qualification is essential, such as: - AAT Level 3 or higher (Association of Accounting Technicians) - ICB Membership (Institute of Certified Bookkeepers) - Or equivalent certification with demonstrable experience - Proven experience in bookkeeping for small businesses or sole traders - Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, or similar) - Understanding of UK accounting practices, including VAT (if applicable) and payroll basics - Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills Working Hours: - Initial commitment of 7 hours per week, ideally spread across 2–3 days - Flexibility to increase to up to 15 hours per week as the business continues to grow - Fully remote working Remuneration - £20 per hour - Freelance/contract basis (applicants must be registered to invoice for services in the UK)

Duties and Responsibilities: · Oversees the smooth running office operation and help the office to achieve outstanding service to the clients. · Manage the on boarding process for new clients, ensuring a seamless transition and service confirmation. · Organize and schedule meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements for consultants. · Track project timelines and deliverables for e-commerce setups, ad campaigns, etc. · Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation for consultancy projects. · Ensure smooth communication between teams and external partners. · Foster a positive office culture that encourages teamwork and open communication. · Coordinate with the finance team for payroll, vendor payments, and budget monitoring. · Compile reports (Google Analytics, Facebook Ads, Amazon Seller Central) for review. · Maintain organized digital filing systems (Google Drive, Dropbox, SharePoint). · Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and health and safety standards. · Maintain office supplies, equipment, and facilities. · Assist in basic bookkeeping, invoicing, and expense tracking. · Manage new inquiries to client onboarding and service confirmation. · Recruit, On-board tasks and train new administrative staffs. · Assist in business development activities (e.g., organizing seminars, client meetings). · Act as a liaison between staff and senior management. · Implement and improve office policies to enhance productivity. · Work closely with management to streamline processes for business growth. ** Skills, Qualifications/Experience** · Strong organizational & multitasking abilities · Proficiency in MS Office & office management software · Excellent communication & interpersonal skills · Problem-solving & decision-making capabilities · Knowledge of basic accounting & HR practices

Location: North London (25 minutes from Kings Cross, near Tottenham Hale Station) Hours: Full-time, on-site, Monday to Friday A growing North London-based business is seeking a proactive Financial Controller to oversee its UK and US financial operations, support strategic decision-making, and play a key role in its continued success. Role Overview You’ll lead a finance team of six, ensuring accurate financial management across entities in multiple jurisdictions. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who combines strong technical accounting knowledge with commercial acumen. Key Responsibilities - Finance Operations: Manage all daily accounting activities, AP/AR, payroll, invoicing, inventory, and general ledger. - Strategic Insight: Work with senior leadership to provide financial insight and recommendations. - Compliance & Reporting: Ensure timely statutory reporting, tax submissions, and audit preparation. - Systems Oversight: Drive improvements in the ERP system (Microsoft D365 F&O) and manage software licensing. - Commercial Oversight: Review pricing regularly and ensure contracts meet updated requirements. - Cash Flow: Manage cash forecasting, multi-currency transactions, and banking relationships. Must-Haves - Fully qualified (CIMA/ACCA). - Experience leading finance teams and managing multi-entity operations. - Proficient in ERP systems (ideally Microsoft D365 F&O). - Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. - Strong communicator with experience liaising with global stakeholders. Nice-to-Haves - Knowledge of US payroll/tax. - Experience with multi-currency finance operations. - Interest in working within a growing, hands-on environment.

Small Property Developers require a Part-Time Bookkeeper based in North London N20 To re-conciliate accounts. Plus payroll. Must have the ability to work on their own and bring the accounts up to date and handover to the accountants. Experience essential.

Salary: £34,000 – £40,000 Contract length: Permanent The London Irish Centre is seeking to appoint a Finance Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the Finance team, broadening your experience in Charity accounting, management accounts, grants reporting and commercial accounting, as well as overseeing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. This role is unusually varied and broad with the opportunity to develop further. You will be a part or fully qualified accountant with exceptional Excel, Systems and Accounting experience. You will be a self-starter, with a high level of initiative and problem-solving skills and you thrive in a very varied financial environment. Additionally, you will also be incredibly well organised, a very fast learner with great analytical and mathematical skills who is also comfortable dealing with lots of stakeholders across the organisation, internally and externally. Please note that this is primarily an on-site role with occasional evening working and a degree of flexibility will be required as you will be supporting services and events that are delivered onsite in Camden NW1. HOW TO APPLY The details in the job description and person specification should be addressed in a one-page cover letter. Upload your CV and cover letter. Please also ensure that you answer ALL of the questions as part of the application process. Please note that the final question is a multiple choice selection – please select ALL of the options that are relevant to you. Closing date: 9am, Tuesday, 22 April 2025 (applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and will be actively interviewing before this date. We reserve the right to close applications before this date) ***We respectfully request no contact from recruitment agencies*** INTERVIEW AND SELECTION PROCESS Round 1 will be a short online test and informal discussion via Teams lasting around 20 minutes. Round 2 will be an exercise and interview which will take place at The London Irish Centre, 50-52 Camden Square, Camden, London NW1 9XB. The exercise will allow you to showcase your excel skills, financial knowledge/experience and technical ability. JOB DETAILS AND DESCRIPTION Job Title:Finance Manager Reporting to:CFO Responsible for:Finance Assistant Salary:£34,000 – £40,000 per annum Office location:Camden Square, NW1Days:5 days (flexibility required) Contract type:Permanent JOB PURPOSE The Finance Manager has an essential role to play in both helping to make the London Irish Centre a great place to work and volunteer as well as supporting LIC’s services to deliver on their ambitions. This is a key role within the Finance team with a varied brief to deliver financial services across the organisation. About You You are a results-driven finance professional with a strong background in accounting, Excel, and financial systems, bringing a high level of expertise to the role. You are highly organised and adept at managing multiple priorities, ensuring deadlines are consistently met without compromising quality. With excellent interpersonal and communication skills, you are comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels, translating complex financial data into clear insights for diverse audiences across the organisation. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating the ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution, while fostering a collaborative and supportive team atmosphere. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES - Transactional Accounting Take ownership of and oversee the entire Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes – from processing invoices to payment run or credit control Accounting for other income and expenditure, such as donations, ticket sales, bar income, and expense claims Payroll / administration Maintain accurate financial records - Reporting Managing cash, banking, credit cards, bank reconciliation, cashflow and assisting with treasury management Prepare month-end and management accounts. Monitoring budget performance, identifying and investigating variances Reconciliation and analysis of financial and non-financial data Balance sheet reconciliation Reporting on various Grants - Finance Business Partnering Assist in the development of annual budgets and financial plans. Liaising with other teams/departments across the charity and providing financial support, assistance and training. Working with various systems and databases (such as ticketing, booking, donations and case management software) - Compliance Prepare and file VAT Returns (Partial exemption) Ensure compliance with financial regulations, company policies, and audit requirements. Prepare documentation for audits and liaise with auditors to ensure accurate reporting - Other tasks and duties Any other tasks and duties at the direction of the line manager. This job description is a guide to the nature of the work required of the postholder. It is not wholly comprehensive or restrictive and may be reviewed as required. Employee Benefits Enhanced annual leave – 26 days plus bank holidays (increase to 27days after 5 years of service pro rata). Enhanced sick pay – 4 weeks of contractual hours on full pay after completion of probationary period pro-rata* Enhanced maternity and adoption leave pay* Cycle to Work Scheme* Tech Scheme* Eyesight tests and contribution to corrective glasses* Jury Duty leave pay* Employee Assistance Programme. Complimentary tickets to select events. 50% discount on LIC education courses (subject to availability). 20% discount at the LIC shop and 10% discount at the LIC bar. Mindfulness app membership* *Only available to staff on contracts of a minimum of 12 months LONDON IRISH CENTRE – OUR SIX CORE VALUES At the London Irish Centre we strive to be: Welcoming Compassionate Inclusive Creative Community-centred Sustainable The London Irish Centre is an equal opportunities employer. We actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to equality and diversity within our workforce. Please note our offices have some barriers to access, which is one of the core missions that our redevelopment will overcome.