Manx Technology GroupSmart Island
← Back to jobs

Bookkeeper / Accountant

Full TimePermanentNot specifiedFinance
Posted 15 March 2026Closes 30 June 2026

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced bookkeeper. The successful candidate will maintain accurate financial records across multiple entities, monthly bank reconciliations, raising invoices, preparation of VAT returns and assisting with the submission of VAT returns. Experience of Maltese VAT returns would be an advantage but not necessary as training will be given. We are looking for someone with proven bookkeeping experience who is confident using accounting software and Excel. Organisation, attention to detail and effective communication skills are essential. If you think this position might be of interest to you, please email Ayuk Ntuiabane (AyukN@yagrouplp.com) for more information.

Automation Risk

Automation probabilityi65%
AI exposure (AIOE)i70%

This role contains a high proportion of routine and codifiable tasks, such as invoicing, reconciliations, and record-keeping, which are increasingly automated by modern accounting software and AI tools. However, tasks requiring judgment, communication, and regulatory interpretation still require human oversight, keeping full automation out of reach in the near term. The role is highly exposed to AI augmentation, especially for data processing and compliance support.

Task analysis

  • Maintain accurate financial records across multiple entities using accounting software.
  • Perform monthly bank reconciliations to ensure records match bank statements.
  • Raise and issue invoices to clients or customers.
  • Prepare and assist with the submission of VAT returns, including Maltese VAT if required.
  • Check and verify the accuracy of financial data, entries, and postings.
  • Communicate effectively with colleagues and clients regarding financial matters.
  • Organize and prioritize workload to meet deadlines for reporting and compliance.
  • Assist with training and onboarding for VAT processes if required.

Automatable AI-assisted Human-only

Occupational Classification

✨ Bright Outlook🇬🇧 UK Skilled Worker Visa Eligible
UK SOC2020: 4122Bookkeepers, payroll managers and wages clerks
O*NET: 43-3031.00 Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks
AI analysis: 16 March 2026

UK Salary Benchmark

Financial service activities, except insurance and pension funding · ONS ASHE 2024 annual earnings

scale £90k
UK sector median
£58,597
UK sector mean
£86,468
£0£23k£45k£68k

👤 For Candidates

AI & future-of-work guidance

🤖 Enhance with AI

  • Automate reconciliations using AI-enabled accounting software
  • Leverage Excel AI tools for faster data analysis
  • Use AI chatbots for basic VAT compliance queries

📈 Disruption outlook

15%1 yr
45%5 yrs
70%10 yrs

% risk of significant disruption

🎓 Learn now

📚 For full-time, part-time & evening courses on the Isle of Man, visit University College Isle of Man (UCM)

🏢 For Employers

Strategic hiring options & technology alternatives

🔄 Alternatives

💻 TechnologyXero with AI plugins

Automates reconciliations and routine bookkeeping tasks

🤖 AI AgentBotkeeper

AI-driven bookkeeping for data entry and reporting

🌍 OutsourcingCloud accounting services

External providers handle routine bookkeeping remotely

Recommendation

Augment role

AI can streamline routine tasks; human oversight needed for compliance and communication

Microsoft Copilot & M365

Power Automate

Automate invoice processing and data entry workflows

Copilot for Excel

Analyse financial data and generate reports quickly

Copilot Studio

Build chatbots for VAT and compliance FAQs

Key Skills

BookkeepingExpertVAT ComplianceIntermediateMicrosoft ExcelAdvancedAttention to DetailAdvancedFinancial ReportingIntermediateTime ManagementIntermediateAdministration and ManagementIntermediateReport WritingIntermediateMicrosoft OfficeIntermediateCommunications and MediaIntermediate

Knowledge Areas

Accounting PrinciplesEconomics and AccountingFinancial Analysis and ReportingRegulatory ComplianceData Analysis and ReportingOffice AdministrationComputer and Office Software

O*NET Competency Skills

MathematicsActive ListeningCritical ThinkingReading ComprehensionSpeakingWritingMonitoringTime Management

Alternative Career Paths

Assistant Accountant90% match

Supports financial reporting, reconciliations, and analysis at a higher level, often progressing from bookkeeping.

Payroll Administrator80% match

Manages payroll processing, compliance, and employee records, leveraging similar accounting and software skills.

Accounts Payable/Receivable Clerk85% match

Specializes in managing outgoing or incoming payments and related records for organizations.

Finance Officer75% match

Handles broader financial operations, budgeting, and reporting within an organization.

Also Consider

🔥 Hot Technologies

In-demand tools for this occupation (O*NET)

Intuit QuickBooksSAP ConcurSAP softwareMicrosoft AccessOracle DatabaseYardi software

Work Activities

General work activities from O*NET

  • Working with Computers
  • Getting Information
  • Documenting/Recording Information
  • Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
  • Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
  • Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
  • Processing Information
  • Performing Administrative Activities
  • Communicating with People Outside the Organization
  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems
  • Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
  • Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
  • Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
  • Analyzing Data or Information

Anthropic Economic Index

Real-world AI adoption data from millions of Claude conversations · Dataset ↗

CC-BY Research

Observed Claude Usage

31%

of conversations

Classic Auto. Risk

98%

Frey & Osborne

Job Zone

3/5

Medium prep

O*NET Median Salary

£32k

US ref. $40k · fx 0.79

Occupational family: Office and Administrative Support

Similar Jobs