Bookkeeper - Remote

Overview

As a Bookkeeper at Sona, you will support the finance team in core operational areas such as accounts payable, customer invoicing, VAT returns, and month-end close, while also assisting with audits and strategic expansion projects.

In Short

• Accurately process and reconcile vendor invoices and employee expense reimbursements to the General Ledger.
• Perform month-end close tasks and ensure costs are correctly allocated.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns in line with statutory deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with international sales tax regulations.
• Support customer KYC/AML procedures as needed.
• Generate, review, and distribute customer invoices.
• Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on overdue payments.
• Prepare supporting documentation for external audits.
• Support internal financial reviews and ad hoc reporting requests.
• Contribute to finance-related initiatives.

Requirements

• Proven experience in accounting or finance, preferably within a high-growth or SaaS business.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles.
• Proficiency with accounting software such as NetSuite, QuickBooks, or Xero.
• Strong Excel and/or Google Sheets skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative attitude.
• AAT qualification is a plus.

Benefits

• Salary: c.£35k salary (or local currency equivalent).
• Share options.
• 35 days annual leave.
• Extra day of leave for every year of service.
• Pension contributions matched up to 5%.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Enhanced parental leave & pay.
• Co-working space stipend for those based outside London.
• Bi-annual all expenses paid team retreats.
• The latest Macbook and equipment budget for your home office.
• Professional development budget.
• Unlimited free books.