Accountant

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Philippines.

📋 Description

• Conduct regular reconciliations of bank accounts, payment platforms, credit cards, and employee expenses for various client companies.

• Maintain cloud-based accounting records utilizing Xero and associated finance applications like Dext, Telleroo, Ramp, Campfire, and ApprovalMax.

• Oversee the complete purchase ledger process, which includes invoice processing, handling supplier inquiries, and preparing payment runs for review.

• Assist with the sales ledger process, encompassing invoice generation, monitoring outstanding debtors, and supporting credit control efforts.

• Take responsibility for designated month-end tasks, ensuring reconciliations and supporting schedules are executed accurately and punctually.

• Aid in the preparation of monthly management accounts, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports, alongside variance analysis and supporting commentary.

• Support payroll processing and pension administration, ensuring all information is comprehensive, accurate, and submitted within deadlines.

• Assist with VAT returns, statutory filings, and compliance obligations across multiple clients.

• Facilitate the onboarding of new clients onto cloud accounting systems, ensuring precise opening balances and efficient finance processes.

• Identify opportunities for process improvements, increased automation, and enhanced efficiency in recurring finance tasks.

• Maintain high-quality working papers and documentation to support scalable client delivery.

• Communicate professionally with clients, addressing queries promptly and fostering trusted working relationships.

• Collaborate effectively with the broader client team to provide a cohesive finance service.

• Adhere to the Organization's Information Security Management System (ISMS), including all relevant information security policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in bookkeeping or accounting.

• Experience working with UK businesses is preferred.

• Proficiency in using Xero and cloud-based finance systems.

• Strong grasp of bookkeeping fundamentals and month-end procedures.

• Excellent reconciliation skills and meticulous attention to detail.

• Confidence in managing recurring responsibilities independently.

• A proactive attitude with a commitment to continuous process improvement.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong organizational and time management abilities.

• Comfortable working remotely and managing personal workload effectively.

• A collaborative mindset and a willingness to assist colleagues.

• An interest in AI, automation, and leveraging technology to enhance finance processes would be a plus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Highly competitive salary – paid weekly!

• HMO enrollment upon commencement.

• Additional HMO dependents added each year of service.

• 20 vacation days per year; 7 sick days.

• Annual performance bonuses and incentives.

• Annual salary reviews and increases.

• Complimentary cooked rice, snacks, and hot beverages.

• Company polo shirts provided.

• Fantastic, bright, and cheerful open-plan work environment.

• Prestigious clients and highly professional and friendly co-workers.