Bookkeeping Specialist (UK Clients) - Remote

To deliver accurate, timely, and compliant bookkeeping for a diverse portfolio of UK clients (VAT and non-VAT). Reporting to the Senior Accountant feeding into the Accounts Manager, this role ensures all financial records are consistently up-to-date, hitting critical deadlines while providing high-quality support to the wider accounting team.

Key Outcomes in the First 6–12 Months:

• Outcome 1: Maintain flawless Xero records — Ensure all client transactions are fully recorded, allocated, and perfectly reconciled in Xero within target deadlines.
• Outcome 2: Build Client Relationships — Establish strong, trusting relationships with your client portfolio, ensuring smooth communication and the timely collection of required financial documents.
• Outcome 3: Support the Accounts Team — Seamlessly integrate with the UK team, reliably assisting the Senior Accountant and Accounting Manager to ensure all departmental targets and statutory deadlines are met.
• Outcome 4: Drive Bookkeeping Efficiency — Identify process bottlenecks and proactively implement smarter ways of working to increase efficiency and speed across your portfolio's bookkeeping workflows.

Must-Have Experience:

• UK Tax & Compliance: Proven track record handling both VAT returns and non-VAT registered clients.
• Multi-Industry Exposure: Broad bookkeeping experience across a wide variety of business sectors.
• E-commerce Expertise: Specific, demonstrable experience managing the complexities of e-commerce bookkeeping (e.g., handling payment gateways, multi-channel sales, inventory).
• Language Proficiency: Exceptional, grammatically correct written and spoken English (essential for an overseas hire managing direct UK client communications).
• Software: Strong proficiency in Xero.

Must-Have Attributes:

• Meticulous Attention to Detail: Spots errors instantly and takes pride in 100% accurate data entry and reconciliations.
• Highly Organized & Deadline-Driven: Capable of juggling multiple clients at once without letting turnaround times slip.
• Proactive & Self-Motivated: Because this is an overseas role, they must be a self-starter who doesn't need to be micromanaged to get the work done.
• Adaptable: Quick to learn and comfortable switching gears between completely different industries (e.g., jumping from an e-commerce client to a construction client).
• Clear Communicator: Confident enough to ask the right questions when information is missing, and polite but firm when chasing clients for paperwork.

Behavioral fit is also important at Sleek, and we look for candidates who embody the following attributes:

• Ownership: Demonstrates reliability and accountability, ensuring tasks are completed and challenges are addressed proactively.
• Humility: Open-mindedness to feedback, willingness to learn, and collaboration with others.
• Structured Thinking: Sound judgment to balance organizational, team, and customer needs.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to manage multiple complex workstreams and track inconsistencies.
• Excellent Listener and Clear Communicator: Ensures proper understanding and thoughtful communication across diverse nationalities.

The Interview Process:

• TA Screening Call: A 30-minute call with the Talent Acquisition team.
• Live Technical Assessment: A ~60–90 minute live skills test to assess hands-on bookkeeping capability.
• Soft Skills Interview: A ~15-30 minute interview with the hiring team to evaluate real-world work scenarios against core behavioral values.
• Reference Verification: Prior to final offer confirmation, a professional reference check with your recent direct manager or supervisor.

Background Screening: Sleek is a regulated entity and performs background checks, including verification of education, criminal history, political exposure, and credit history. Adverse results may prohibit passing probation.