Accountant

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Senior Accountant managing month-end close and VAT compliance for a growing startup. Hands-on role in financial reporting and scalable finance processes.

Responsibilities:

  • Own and manage the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
  • Prepare and review monthly management accounts and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Prepare and submit UK VAT returns, ensuring compliance with VAT regulations and Making Tax Digital
  • Maintain the general ledger and financial records within NetSuite
  • Assist with year-end accounts and statutory reporting
  • Act as a key point of contact for external auditors, supporting audit planning and responding to queries
  • Help design, improve, and document finance processes and controls suitable for a scaling startup
  • Partner with internal stakeholders to provide accurate financial information and insight
  • Support and mentor junior team members as the finance function grows

Requirements:

  • Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, or CIMA), or qualified by experience
  • Strong hands-on experience with month-end close in a UK accounting environment
  • Solid knowledge of UK VAT and compliance requirements
  • Experience assisting with external audits
  • Experience using NetSuite (essential or highly desirable)
  • Comfortable working in a startup or fast-growing environment with evolving processes
  • Strong Excel skills and confidence working with accounting systems
  • Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to manage competing priorities

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Flexible work hours
  • Paid time off
  • Remote work options