Business development/accountant trainee - Emulous Accounting - London

Rossella is an award-winning, family-run Italian restaurant with locations in Kentish Town and Muswell Hill. Alongside our busy restaurants, we also operate a growing online deli & takeaway, delivery business. As our business continues to grow, we’re looking for an experienced and highly organised Senior Bookkeeper / Finance Administrator to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable, growing family business. Our current bookkeeper is retiring after many years with us, so you’ll benefit from a structured handover and several months of training before taking full ownership of the role. The Role You will be responsible for the day-to-day bookkeeping and finance administration across both restaurant locations. Key Responsibilities • Manage the day-to-day bookkeeping across our two restaurants., • Process supplier invoices, payments and bank reconciliations using Xero and Dext., • Prepare and process payroll, pensions and employee finance administration., • Reconcile daily sales, cash, card and delivery platform takings., • Prepare weekly and monthly financial reports for the directors., • Assist with VAT preparation and work closely with our external accountant., • Support staff onboarding and general business administration., • Help improve financial systems and processes as the business continues to grow. Essential Requirements • Minimum 3 years’ bookkeeping experience., • Strong working knowledge of Xero., • Experience processing payroll., • Confident using Microsoft Excel., • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills., • Strong communication skills., • Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities. Desirable • Hospitality experience., • Experience using Dext., • Experience using Lightspeed POS., • Experience using Shopify., • Experience using OpenTable. What We Offer • Competitive salary of £33,000–£35,000, depending on experience., • A structured handover with our current bookkeeper., • Long-term career progression within a growing business., • A supportive, friendly family-run working environment., • Staff discount across both Rossella locations., • Company pension., • Paid holiday.

Company Introduction J & S Business Consultant Limited is a London-based business consultancy specialising in supporting overseas businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises expanding into the United Kingdom. The company provides integrated business support services throughout the UK market-entry and operational lifecycle, including business planning, company establishment support, financial and operational analysis, compliance coordination, and liaison with professional advisers such as accountants, solicitors, and other service providers. Our clients typically require ongoing support in understanding the UK business environment, managing operational processes, preparing business plans, and maintaining effective financial and compliance procedures. Due to continued business growth and increasing demand from international clients, we are seeking a Financial Adviser (Business Financial Analysis & Consultancy Support) to strengthen our internal advisory capability and provide analytical support to business clients. Job Responsibilities The Financial Adviser will be responsible for supporting business clients through financial analysis, operational assessment, and business planning assistance within the company’s consultancy services. Key responsibilities include: • Conduct initial consultations with business clients to understand their business operations, financial position, current challenges, and medium to long-term objectives;, • Collect, review, and organise business financial information, including assets and liabilities, income structure, operating costs, budgets, and cash flow information;, • Analyse clients’ overall financial circumstances and prepare financial assessments to support business planning and operational decision-making;, • Assist clients with business financial planning, budgeting, cost analysis, and internal resource allocation;, • Provide analytical support on business structures, operational arrangements, and financial management processes;, • Identify and assess potential business financial risks and assist clients in developing appropriate internal risk management strategies;, • Explain the financial implications, commercial considerations, and potential operational impacts of different business decisions;, • Support overseas businesses entering the UK market by assisting with financial analysis, business plans, feasibility assessments, and operational planning;, • Coordinate with external accountants, solicitors, and other professional advisers to support clients’ financial and compliance-related requirements;, • Prepare financial analysis documents, reports, and client support materials where required;, • Build and maintain long-term client relationships by providing ongoing business and financial analysis support;, • Assist the company in identifying client requirements and supporting wider business development activities Candidate Requirements The successful candidate should have: • Bachelor’s degree or above in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Management, or another relevant discipline;, • Strong understanding of financial analysis, business operations, corporate finance principles, and commercial planning;, • Ability to analyse business financial information, including revenue, costs, budgets, cash flow, and operational data;, • Experience in financial analysis, business consultancy, corporate advisory, commercial analysis, or related professional services is preferred;, • Good understanding of UK business operations and general corporate compliance requirements;, • Ability to prepare financial analysis reports, business documents, and commercial assessments;, • Strong analytical thinking skills with the ability to interpret information and provide practical business insights;, • Excellent communication and client relationship management skills;, • Ability to work with international clients and understand cross-border business requirements;, • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage confidential business information professionally;, • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel for financial data organisation and analysis;, • Good command of English; Mandarin language capability is desirable due to the company’s international client base and regular communication with Mandarin-speaking business clients.

Senior Accountant / Client Manager Location: London (flexible) Salary: Competitive (Dependent on Experience) Job Type: Full-time Company: FA Accountants Ltd Join a Growing Firm Where Your Career Can Grow Too FA Accountants Ltd is an ambitious and fast-growing accountancy practice committed to delivering exceptional accounting, tax and advisory services to businesses across the UK. We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with our clients through excellent service, practical advice and modern technology. As our client base continues to expand, we are looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Accountant / Client Manager to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys taking ownership of client relationships, working across a variety of industries and helping shape the future of a young and dynamic practice. The Role You will manage a portfolio of clients while supporting the directors in delivering high-quality accounting and advisory services. Your responsibilities will include: • Preparing statutory accounts for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders., • Preparing and reviewing management accounts., • Preparing VAT returns and ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements., • Preparing Corporation Tax and Self Assessment Tax Returns., • Managing bookkeeping assignments using cloud accounting software., • Processing payroll and pension submissions., • Liaising directly with HMRC and Companies House., • Supporting clients with day-to-day accounting queries., • Assisting with year-end accounts and audit preparation where required., • Reviewing junior team members' work and providing guidance., • Identifying opportunities to improve client processes and deliver added value., • Building and maintaining strong client relationships. About You We are looking for someone who is: • ACCA/ACA qualified or finalist., • Experienced within an accountancy practice or with strong transferable finance experience., • Confident preparing management accounts and financial statements., • Experienced with VAT, payroll and bookkeeping., • Familiar with cloud accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks or Sage., • Highly organised with excellent attention to detail., • A confident communicator who enjoys working with clients., • Proficient in Microsoft Excel., • Able to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment. Experience with corporation tax, personal tax and practice management software would be advantageous but is not essential. What We Offer • Competitive salary based on experience., • Clear career progression within a rapidly growing practice., • Ongoing professional development and support towards professional qualifications where applicable., • Exposure to a diverse portfolio of clients., • Friendly, supportive and collaborative working environment., • Opportunity to help shape and grow a modern accountancy practice., • Company pension., • Paid annual leave., • Regular team development and training. Why Join FA Accountants Ltd? At FA Accountants Ltd, you'll be more than just another employee. As a growing firm, every team member has the opportunity to make a real impact. We value initiative, continuous learning and delivering outstanding service to our clients. If you're looking for a role where your ideas are welcomed and your career can progress alongside the business, we'd love to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV together with a short covering email explaining why you would be a great fit for FA Accountants Ltd.

We are a friendly accountancy practice based in Camden, London, looking for an Accounts Intern to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to begin a long-term career in accounting and finance. No previous experience is required — we are looking for someone with the right attitude, willingness to learn, and strong work ethic. Responsibilities Assisting with bookkeeping and data entry Supporting preparation of accounts and financial records Organising documents and client information Assisting senior staff with administrative and accounting tasks Learning accounting software and internal processes Requirements Genuine interest in pursuing a career in accounting or finance Positive attitude and willingness to learn Good communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work well within a team Reliable, organised, and professional manner Basic computer skills and attention to detail What We Offer Full training and support Friendly and professional working environment Opportunity to gain hands-on accounting experience Career progression opportunities for the right candidate Location: Camden, London Job Type: Internship / Entry-Level Experience: No experience necessary