We’re Hiring: A Company Bookkeeper
📢 Architecture North is excited to announce a new opportunity to join our growing team!
We are looking for a Company Bookkeeper to work with our vibrant practice in Nottingham.
About Us
At Architecture North, we are a young, dynamic studio that brings together craft, design, architecture and strategic thinking. We work both collaboratively in our Nottingham office and remotely, with a focus on innovation, making, and pushing creative boundaries.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer, committed to building an inclusive and supportive environment for every member of our team.
About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organised Company Bookkeeper to join our practice. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to grow with a creative team and play a crucial role in the financial management of our business.
Key responsibilities include:
As a Company Bookkeeper at Architecture North, you will play a vital role in the smooth running of our financial operations.
Your responsibilities will include:
Financial Transactions: Accurately record daily financial activities, including sales, payments, receipts, invoices, and bank deposits.
Accounts Payable & Receivable: Manage incoming and outgoing payments, ensuring suppliers are paid on time and clients’ payments are tracked effectively.
Bank Reconciliation: Regularly reconcile bank and credit card statements to maintain accurate records and spot discrepancies early.
Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports to support decision making.
Budgeting & Forecasting: Assist with budget planning and monitoring, helping the team understand expenditure and financial targets.
Payroll Support: Work alongside the Principal Director to ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time.
Audit & Compliance: Keep financial documentation organised for audits and ensure compliance with UK financial regulations and tax obligations.
Data Management: Maintain orderly records of invoices, receipts, and expense claims to ensure quick access when needed.
Collaboration: Work closely with the wider team to provide financial insights, highlight risks, and support project planning from a financial perspective.
Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on bookkeeping best practices, accounting software improvements, and financial legislation to keep our systems efficient and compliant.
Required Skills & Attributes
To thrive as a Company Bookkeeper at Architecture North, you should bring:
Accuracy and Attention to Detail: A proven ability to maintain precise financial records and spot inconsistencies quickly.
Organisation and Time Management: Strong ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Analytical Thinking: Confidence in analysing financial data, identifying trends, and providing meaningful insights to support decision making.
Technical Proficiency: Solid knowledge of bookkeeping practices and experience using accounting software such as Xero. Proficiency with the iWorks Suite (particularly Numbers) is highly desirable.
Communication Skills: Clear written and verbal communication skills to explain financial information to colleagues without financial backgrounds.
Problem-Solving: Ability to proactively resolve financial discrepancies and implement efficient solutions.
Discretion and Integrity: A high level of professionalism and confidentiality when handling sensitive financial information.
Adaptability: Flexibility to adjust to the evolving needs of a growing start-up, from day-to-day bookkeeping to supporting bigger financial planning.
Team Player Mindset: Willingness to collaborate with colleagues across all levels of the practice while also being confident working independently.
Administrative Support: Ability to take on occasional ad-hoc administrative tasks that contribute to the smooth running of the practice.
What We Offer
Joining Architecture North means becoming part of a supportive and creative workplace where your contribution makes a real difference.
✨ Benefits include:
A Competitive Salary.
Part-Time, Hybrid Remote Role.
28 Days of Annual Leave.
Birthday Leave.
Option to Buy 5 Days Holiday.
Company Macbook Pro.
Company iPhone.
Health and Wellbeing Programme.
Enrolment in our Personal Account Pension Scheme.
Mentorship.
Training, CPD, and Lunch and Learn Programmes.
Flexible Working Arrangements.
Employee Assistance Programme.
A Friendly and Supportive Atmosphere.
Annual Company Birthday Celebrations.
Christmas Social Event.
Key Dates
📅 Applications Open: 29 August 2025
📅 Applications Close: 12 September 2025
📅 Shortlisting: 15 – 17 September 2025
📅 Working Interviews: 22 September – 3 October 2025
📅 Final Shortlisting: 6 – 8 October 2025
📅 Successful Applicant Contacted: 10 October 2025
📅 Onboarding: 13 – 17 October 2025
📅 Start Date: 20 October 2025
How to Apply
If you’re interested in joining our team, please click the button below!
⚠️ Please note:
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
Due to high application volume, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
No agencies. Thank you.