Job Overview:

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented UK Bookkeeper to join our team on a full-time remote basis. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience managing bookkeeping activities for UK-based clients and a strong understanding of UK VAT, Making Tax Digital (MTD), and Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) requirements.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, completing reconciliations, preparing VAT and CIS returns, and communicating effectively with clients to resolve bookkeeping queries and obtain outstanding information.

Position: UK Bookkeeper
Employment Type: Full-Time | Remote
Location: Philippines
Start Date: Immediate

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping activities using QuickBooks Online and Dext.
• Process and accurately record purchase invoices, sales invoices, receipts, expenses, and other financial transactions.
• Perform regular bank and credit card reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Prepare and post month-end and payroll journals.
• Prepare and support the submission of UK VAT returns, including:
• Standard VAT Scheme
• Cash Accounting Scheme
• Flat Rate Scheme
• Ensure bookkeeping and VAT records comply with Making Tax Digital (MTD) requirements.
• Manage Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) activities, including subcontractor verification and preparation of monthly CIS returns.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client accounting records, documentation, and timesheets.
• Follow established client SOPs, internal procedures, and workflow processes.
• Liaise with clients regarding missing records, bookkeeping queries, outstanding information, and VAT/CIS liabilities.
• Ensure work is completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Maintain high standards of GDPR compliance, data security, and client confidentiality.
  
  

Required Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 1 year of UK bookkeeping experience.
• Previous experience working with a UK accountancy practice and/or UK-based clients.
• Strong hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online and Dext.
• Good working knowledge of UK VAT, MTD, and CIS.
• Understanding of payroll journals and month-end accounting processes.
• Strong numerical skills with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to identify and resolve bookkeeping discrepancies independently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive approach to client communication and problem-solving.
• Ability to manage multiple clients, priorities, and deadlines in a remote working environment.
• Good understanding of GDPR and client confidentiality requirements.
  
  

Desirable Skills:

• Experience or knowledge in any of the following would be advantageous:
• Capium
• Engager
• Briefcase
• UK construction businesses and contractors
• CIS and Domestic Reverse Charge VAT
• Motor trade and VAT Margin Scheme
• UK SMEs and professional services businesses