Senior Accountant- UK Bookkeeping/ Taxation

Role & responsibilities

Overview the complete bookkeeping process for UK based clients, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries and reconciliations as per UK GAAP and client-specific procedures/SOPs.

• Review and reconcile bank statements against internal records, ensuring accuracy.
• Review payroll journal entries and oversee the management of expense claims.
• Prepare monthly financial statements, including cash flow, profit and loss, and balance sheets, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Assist in the VAT returns and ensure compliance with UK tax regulations, including necessary adjustments or updates.
• Understand client queries, providing guidance and addressing complex financial concerns.
• Ensure the timely submission of timesheets and regularly update workflow systems to ensure smooth project management.
• Prepare financial forecasts and budgets and provide detailed financial analysis and strategic recommendations based on financial data.
• Experience with Payroll processing will be an advantage.
• B.com, M.com or Equivalent Qualification
• 2 - 3 years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting roles.
• Professional certification (e.g., CA, ACCA) is a plus but not mandatory.
• Solid understanding of UK GAAP, including VAT, PAYE, National Insurance, pension contributions, and end-to-end bookkeeping.
• Proficient in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports (balance sheets, profit & loss, cash flow).
• Excellent communication skills, able to convey complex financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
• High-quality delivery of engagements and meeting turnaround times
• Committed to continuous learning and adapting to evolving accounting methodologies and software.
• Abilities to mentor and support the development of junior staff.
• Payroll processing and basic knowledge will be an advantage.
• Client communication and team handling.
• Proficiency in UK-based accounting Software (Xero, QuickBooks, Hubdoc, and Dext)
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Teams, Word, etc).