Senior Accountant - UK experience Mandatory

Job Title: Senior Accountant
Location: Remote (UK Hours)

About Us:
We are a dynamic and fast growing accounting & tax business providing a comprehensive solution to online businesses set up in the UK. Our focus is on delivering a personalised and highly proactive solution to our clients that helps them pay the least amount of tax as legally possible, leveraging our knowledge of online business & our experience from the rest of our client base while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, clear communication and confidentiality.

Job Summary:
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant based in the Philippines to join our UK accounting team. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of UK accounting standards and hands on experience in reviewing and preparing:
- Financial Statements
- Corporate Tax Returns
- VAT Returns
- Payroll
- P11Ds

In this role, you will be responsible for managing and reviewing the work of junior teaUpgrade to see actual infombers, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. You will also play a key role in overseeing the day to day recurring accounting tasks, improving workflows, and maintaining high quality deliverables.

Strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and prior experience working for a UK accounting firm are essential.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled accountant seeking a leadership position in a growing UK focused firm.

Key Responsibilities:
- Review Work of Junior Accountants: Ensure the accuracy and quality of financial statements, VAT returns, corporate tax returns, and other accounting deliverables before submission.
- Corporate Tax & Compliance: Oversee the preparation and submission of UK corporate tax returns, VAT returns, and P11Ds while ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Payroll Management: Supervise and review UK payroll processes, ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations.
- Financial Reporting: Assist in preparing statutory accounts for UK limited companies in accordance with UK accounting standards.
- Team Management & Delegation: Work closely with junior bookkeepers providing guidance and constructive feedback while ensuring deadlines are met.
- Client Communication: Effectively liaise with UK clients regarding financial reports, tax matters, and compliance requirements.
- Process Improvement: Identify areas for improvements and implement best practices within the accounting workflow.

Key Requirements:
- Experience in a UK Accounting Firm: Strong understanding of UK accounting standards, regulations, and best practices.
- Reviewing & Oversight Experience: Proven ability to review juniors work, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Tax & Compliance Expertise: In depth knowledge of UK corporate tax, VAT, P11Ds, and statutory accounts up until submission.
- Payroll Knowledge: Extensive experience managing UK payroll and HMRC compliance.
- Leadership & Team Delegation: Experience in supervising and mentoring accounting teams.
- Software Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of Xero and other UK accounting software.
- Detail Oriented & Analytical: High level of accuracy, problem solving ability, and analytical thinking.
- Excellent Communication Skills: Strong English language proficiency (written and verbal).

Desirable Skills:
- ACCA or equivalent qualification (preferred but not mandatory).

What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation package based on experience and expertise.
- Remote and flexible work environment while aligning with UK hours.
- Career growth opportunities within a growing and innovative team.
- Professional development and ongoing learning support.