Bookkeeper

An exciting and innovative investment firm is looking for a Bookkeeper to join its lean and growing finance function.

This is a broad, hands-on role and would suit someone who enjoys variety, ownership and working closely with the wider business. As the company’s second finance hire, this is a fantastic opportunity to help build processes, support day-to-day finance operations and gain exposure beyond a narrow accounting remit.

The role would suit an experienced bookkeeper or finance professional who is confident working across core finance duties, ideally up to trial balance, while also being happy to support wider business administration where required.
The Role This is a varied position supporting the day-to-day running of the finance function, alongside wider operational and administrative tasks. You will work closely with the existing finance lead and the wider business, helping to ensure financial processes are accurate, efficient and well-controlled.

Key Responsibilities • Supporting the day-to-day finance function across a broad range of finance activities

• Managing bookkeeping duties and maintaining accurate financial records


• Supporting purchase ledger, sales ledger, reconciliations and general finance administration


• Assisting with month-end processes and preparation of accounts up to trial balance


• Helping improve processes and ensure the smooth running of core financial operations


• Working closely with the finance lead and wider business on reporting support and ad hoc finance priorities


• Supporting HR, operations and wider business administration where required


• Maintaining clear processes, accurate records and strong attention to detail across finance and operational workflows


• Taking on wider projects and responsibilities as the finance function continues to develop

Ideal Candidate Profile • Previous finance, bookkeeping or accounting experience in a hands-on role

• Confident working across core finance duties, ideally up to the trial balance


• Comfortable in a lean environment where the role will be broad and varied


• Happy to take on finance work alongside HR, operations and business-critical administration


• Highly organised, proactive and detail-focused


• Confident working with stakeholders across the business


• Interested in joining an investment firm at a stage where they can have real impact


• Experience with accounting systems such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks or similar would be beneficial

Package • Salary of £40,000 - £43,000

• Permanent role


• Hybrid working, with an office base in Farringdon


• Opportunity to become an early finance hire in a growing investment firm


• Broad exposure across finance, HR, operations and wider business support


• Additional benefits to be confirmed

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced bookkeeper or finance professional looking for a broad, hands-on role within a growing investment firm. You will play a key role in supporting the finance function, improving processes and contributing to the wider running of the business.

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