Location: Chelsea, London
Employment: Full time – Office based
Working hours: 9am - 6pm, Monday - Friday
Salary: £55 - 65,000 per annum depending on experience
Start Date: Immediate
About the Role
A highly discreet and experienced top level Bookkeeper / Junior Accountant is
required to join an established UHNW private family office. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing day-to-day accounting activities, and ensuring the smooth financial operation of the family’s personal, household, and business interests.
The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional integrity, precision, and
confidentiality, with a proven background in private family offices, luxury hospitality, or high-net-worth environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate bookkeeping records across multiple entities, including personal accounts, household budgets, trusts, and investment vehicles
- Manage accounts payable and receivable, including vendor payments, household staff payroll support, and reconciliation of expenses
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for the Principal and Family Office Director
- Oversee credit card and bank reconciliations, ensuring all transactions are correctly recorded and categorised
- Liaise with external accountants, tax advisors, and legal professionals
- Monitor cash flow, forecast expenditure, and support budgeting for household operations, travel, events, and property management.
- Maintain organised digital and physical financial records in accordance with best practice and compliance requirements
- Support the Director with ad-hoc financial projects, audits, and strategic planning
- Ensure all financial activity is conducted with absolute discretion, accuracy, and professionalism
Candidate Requirements
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in bookkeeping or accounting, ideally within a private family office, luxury hospitality group, or UHNW environment
- Strong proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, Sage) and advanced Excel skills
- Exceptional attention to detail, organisation, and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple accounts, entities, and priorities calmly and efficiently
- High level of discretion, integrity, and confidentiality
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with household staff, external advisors, and the Family Office Director
- Flexible, proactive, and able to adapt to changing schedules and requirements
- Right to work in the UK.
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