UK Accountant

Job Title: Bookkeeper (UK) Location:

[Insert Location / Remote / Hybrid] Reporting to:

Finance Manager / Financial Controller Employment Type:

[Full-time / Part-time / Contract] Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented UK Bookkeeper to manage day-to-day financial processing within Sage. This is a hands-on role requiring strong reconciliation skills, accuracy, and the confidence to liaise with external VAT advisers and accountants. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, processing bank transactions, coordinating UK and European VAT requirements, and supporting finance system activities including Sage and NetSuite. Key Responsibilities Manage day-to-day financial processing in Sage (Sage 50 or equivalent) Process and post bank transactions accurately and in a timely manner Allocate receipts and payments Perform regular bank reconciliations and control account reconciliations Coordinate UK VAT submissions and support European VAT registrations and compliance Liaise confidently with external VAT advisers and accountants Assist with NetSuite-related finance processes where required Support wider banking activities and payment runs Maintain accurate financial records and ensure audit readiness Assist with month-end processes as required Essential Skills & Experience Minimum 3 years’ experience as a UK Bookkeeper Strong working knowledge of Sage (Sage 50 or similar) Solid understanding of UK VAT rules and compliance requirements Experience coordinating VAT submissions, including European registrations Proven experience processing bank transactions and payment allocations Strong reconciliation skills (bank and control accounts) Experience liaising with external accountants or VAT advisers Good Excel skills (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, pivot tables preferred) High level of accuracy and strong attention to detail Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities Desirable (But Not Essential) Experience using NetSuite Experience working in a multi-entity or international environment Exposure to audit preparation Personal Attributes Highly organised and methodical Proactive and hands-on approach Strong communication skills Able to meet deadlines and work under pressure Professional and confident when dealing with external stakeholders