About Us
1 Accounts Online Ltd is a family-run accountancy firm that strongly believes in team spirit and family ethos. We are devoted to assisting a variety of businesses to reach their potential and thrive. We pride ourselves on our client-focused approach and our commitment to providing top-notch customer service.
Job Overview
We are currently looking for a dedicated and reliable Bookkeeper to join our growing team. This role goes beyond day-to-day bookkeeping — you'll take the lead on managing our outsourced bookkeeping team and drive the use of AI and automation across our bookkeeping function, helping both our internal team and our clients set up bookkeeping systems that are as simple and efficient as possible. We have a strong team and are dedicated to finding the right people to maintain our strong company values.
Key Responsibilities
Team & Outsourcing Management
- Manage and oversee our outsourced bookkeeping team, ensuring quality, consistency, and turnaround times are maintained as we grow.
- Act as the main point of contact between the outsourced team and the firm, coordinating workflow and resolving issues.
AI & Automation
- Identify and implement AI and automation tools to streamline bookkeeping processes, both internally and for clients.
- Help clients set up their bookkeeping using AI-driven tools and workflows, making the process as easy and low-effort as possible for them.
- Keep up to date with developments in bookkeeping technology and champion best practice across the team.
Core Bookkeeping
- Regularly maintain and update financial records.
- Utilise Xero software to manage financial transactions, posting debits and credits, producing invoices, etc.
- Conduct Xero training for clients
- Conduct regular reconciliation of accounts, including control accounts, to ensure accuracy.
- Aid in the preparation of financial reports.
- Ensure compliance with organisational financial policies and procedures.
- Completing VAT returns for clients.
- An understanding of payroll would be desirable but not essential.
Client & Team Collaboration
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients, providing exceptional customer service.
- Assist in identifying opportunities to help our clients grow their businesses.
- A genuine interest in helping SMEs grow, beyond just keeping the books.
- Collaborate with our team to work towards the company's financial goals.
Key Qualifications and Skills
- Proven bookkeeping experience, ideally including experience managing or supervising others (in-house or outsourced).
- Ideally a high proficiency in using Xero software.
- Interest in, or experience with, AI and automation tools relevant to bookkeeping/accounting.
- Ideally AAT qualified up to level 3.
- Genuine interest in the SME sector and helping small businesses grow.
- Very strong computer skills.
- Strong understanding of business and accounting principles, laws, and regulations.
- Excellent leadership, organisational, and delegation skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to multitask, prioritise, and manage time efficiently.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and lead a team.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Why Join Us?
At 1 Accounts Online Ltd we believe that our employees are our greatest asset. Therefore, we offer flexible working hours, opportunities for growth and development, and a supportive work environment.
- Hybrid and part-time work options for flexibility
- Regular team days and events to maintain our family values
- Office fruit basket delivery for a healthy work environment
- Regular well-being checks to support employee health
- Additional holiday day provided for charity work
- Additional holiday day for your birthday!
- Holiday buy-back scheme to enhance holiday opportunities
- Office dog - Honey
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter or video highlighting your relevant experience and why you're interested in the role.
1 Accounts Online Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Work from home
Experience:
- Accounting: 1 year (Preferred)
- bookkeeping: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
