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Job Title: Bookkeeper

Location: Isle of Man remote or from Office in Castletown

At WhatJobs Limited, we are driven by a singular mission: to democratise online recruitment and make it accessible to everyone, everywhere. Job search should be seamless and inclusive, regardless of background, experience, language, or location. With a global vision spanning 193 countries, we are committed to bridging the gap between jobseekers and employers, ensuring that by 2030, everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

As a Bookkeeper at WhatJobs Limited, you play a pivotal role in maintaining the financial stability and integrity of our organisation. Your responsibilities encompass a range of essential financial tasks, ensuring accurate financial reporting, intercompany transactions, and payments to both employees and suppliers.

• Maintain the overall bookkeeping of the business, liaising with various stakeholders and company accountants to ensure the smooth transition of daily, weekly, and monthly bookkeeping tasks.
• Produce a final true-up position and management report for each of the group's activities.
• Manage the main inbox for queries from staff, clients, and suppliers to ensure all bookkeeping is up to date.
• Ensure suppliers are paid correctly each month.

• Proficiently manage and maintain accounting software, particularly Xero, to record and reconcile all payments accurately.
• Handle transactions involving multiple currencies, mainly GBP, Euro, and USD, ensuring currency conversion accuracy.

• Post monthly journal entries to accurately reflect financial transactions and adjustments.
• Monitor and rectify any discrepancies in financial records.

• Manage intercompany accounts, ensuring accurate reconciliation between affiliated entities.
• Collaborate with relevant teams to resolve intercompany issues promptly.

• Set up and oversee the wage payment process, ensuring timely and accurate payments to employees.
• Collaborate with HR and payroll departments to address any payroll-related enquiries or issues.

• Coordinate and execute supplier payment runs on a regular basis.
• Ensure adherence to payment schedules and terms, optimising cash flow management.

• Contribute to the preparation of monthly and annual financial statements.
• Assist in financial analysis and budgeting as required.
• Present financial reports to the board.

• Utilise advanced Excel skills to analyse financial data, create reports, and streamline financial processes.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in bookkeeping and/or accounting roles.
• In-depth knowledge of accounting principles and procedures.
• Proficiency in accounting software, particularly Xero, and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with global transactions and multiple currencies, particularly EUR, GBP, and USD.
• Experience maintaining books within appropriate cloud accounting software by analysing and organising financial data.
• Experience preparing and submitting sales tax reporting and client payments.
• Ability to update cash flow forecasts, budgets, and perform other custom client-specific services.
• Experience assisting in year-end closing.
• Timely documentation and internal reporting skills.
• Experience working with CPAs/tax preparers.
• Experience with sales tax processes.
• Oversight and review experience (minimum of 2 years).
• Customer service experience (minimum of 2 years).
• Excel in the use of spreadsheets and cloud-based platforms.
• Detail-oriented.
• Strong sense of urgency/deadline and priority-driven.
• Excellent communication – written and verbal.
• Preferred: Associate’s Degree (or higher) in Accounting.

• Be the go-to person in the business for all finance enquiries.
• Act as the intermediary between our accountants in Ireland, Isle of Man, India, and the United Kingdom where necessary.

• Close bookkeeping cycle timely.
• Prepare financial statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statements).
• Analyse financial statements, Days’ Receivable and Days’ Payable.

• Competitive base salary.
• Rapid career progression opportunities within a growing international company.
• Extensive training and development resources to expand your skills
• Participation in our company pension scheme.

At WhatJobs Limited, we strive daily to redefine the global job search industry, making it universally accessible for everyone. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where innovative minds thrive.

• You are driven by challenges and motivated by your own initiative to excel.
• You possess a sharp focus on achieving targets and an innate ability to adapt to varying needs.
• Your organisational skills are top-notch, complemented by meticulous attention to detail.
• You are enthusiastic about leveraging technology to drive business results.
• You thrive in collaborative environments, supporting and learning from your peers.
• You demonstrate initiative and a strong desire to grow into a leadership role, showing promise through proactive engagement and a keenness to learn.
• You are comfortable presenting financial reports to the board.

How to Apply: Submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you're the ideal candidate for this role. Join us at WhatJobs Limited and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of online recruitment. We look forward to welcoming a strategic, innovative thinker to our team who is ready to drive WhatJobs Limited to new successes.