Spring Consultancy Limited
Bookkeeper
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Position: Bookkeeper (Accounts Assistant)
Location: Remote
Contract: Part-time, flexible hours, minimum 15 hours per week
Reports to: Client Manager
About the Role
We are a forward-thinking accountancy practice supporting a wide range of UK small businesses with their bookkeeping, compliance, and advisory needs. We are looking for a dependable and experienced Bookkeeper to join our team on a flexible-working basis.
The ideal candidate will be confident working with multiple small business clients, managing their day-to-day bookkeeping, and communicating professionally as part of a friendly, client-focused practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage bookkeeping for multiple small business clients using cloud-based accounting software (primarily Xero).
- Process sales and purchase invoices, ensuring accuracy and correct VAT treatment.
- Perform bank, credit card, and payment-platform reconciliations (e.g., Stripe, PayPal, Airwallex).
- Maintain well-organised financial records, ensuring all documentation is correctly filed and linked within the software.
- Assist with preparation of VAT returns, including identifying discrepancies and ensuring timely submissions.
- Support accountants during year-end processes by providing accurate schedules and reconciled balances.
- Communicate with clients to clarify queries, request missing information, or provide updates.
- Monitor cash flow trends and flag anomalies or issues where relevant.
- Contribute to maintaining and improving bookkeeping processes across the practice.
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Skills & Experience Required
- Proven bookkeeping experience within an accountancy practice or multi-client environment.
- Strong knowledge of Xero and related add-ons (Hubdoc).
- Familiarity with financial processes specific to small businesses (VAT schemes, CIS, sole traders, Limited companies).
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently across multiple client accounts.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Solid understanding of UK VAT and bookkeeping standards.
- Ability to handle sensitive financial information with professionalism and discretion.
Desirable
- AAT Level 3/4 or equivalent qualification
- Experience supporting small businesses across industries such as creative, trades, consultants, or hospitality.
- Confidence managing workflows within an accountancy practice environment.
- Experience with additional platforms such as QuickBooks, FreeAgent, or practice management tools.
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Working Arrangements
- Fully flexible working hours — ideal for school-friendly schedules or varied weekly availability.
- Remote working as standard, with optional in-person meetings where preferred.
- Ability to scale hours up depending on client demand and personal availability.
- Supportive team environment with open communication and regular check-ins.
Benefits
- True flexibility built around your lifestyle.
- Opportunity to work with a variety of small business clients.
- Continuous training and support on Xero and practice systems.
- Competitive hourly rate with potential for growth.
- Private Medical Insurance following completion of one year’s service.
- Friendly, supportive accountancy team who value expertise and autonomy.
To Apply
Please send a copy of your CV and any detail on why you think you’d be a great fit for the role to: hello@springconsultancy.co.uk
Please note that we are only able to consider direct applications from candidates.
At Spring Consultancy, we’re committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and will consider each application based on skills, experience, and fit for the role.
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