Team Leader – UK Accounting

Desired Skills:

• Solid understanding of UK GAAP, taxation, 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). Ability to provide constructive feedback and develop the potential of team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment. Review and ensure the accuracy of financial statements, ensuring they comply with UK accounting standards and regulations (e.g., UK GAAP or FRS 102-1A, FRS 105). Review year-end reconciliations, including bank reconciliations, Payroll & VAT reconciliations, intercompany transactions, and other balance sheet accounts, ensuring that all transactions are correctly recorded and any discrepancies are investigated and resolved. Review Corporation tax returns (CT600), ensuring all appropriate tax deductions, allowances, and reliefs are considered. Strong client relationship management skills, providing strategic financial guidance to ensure client success and satisfaction. A proactive mindset for identifying areas for improvement and optimization. Strong background in financial forecasting, budgeting, and cash flow management, with a focus on long-term financial strategy. Committed to ongoing team development with evolving accounting practices and technology. Experience in managing a team in a remote or distributed environment is a plus. 

Job Description

• Oversee the complete bookkeeping process for UK-based clients, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP and client-specific SOPs, including reviewing and verifying accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries and reconciliations. 

• Review VAT returns and ensure compliance with UK tax regulations, including necessary adjustments or updates. 

• Review and ensure the accuracy of financial statements, ensuring they comply with UK accounting standards and regulations (e.g., UK GAAP or FRS 102-1A, FRS 105).  

• Review year-end reconciliations, including bank reconciliations, Payroll & VAT reconciliations, intercompany transactions, and other balance sheet accounts, ensuring that all transactions are correctly recorded and any discrepancies are investigated and resolved. 

• Review Corporation tax returns (CT600), ensuring all appropriate tax deductions, allowances, and reliefs are considered. 

• Act as the primary point of contact for client queries, providing guidance and addressing complex financial concerns. 

• Provide regular updates to clients and senior management regarding financial activities and status. 

• Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and optimization in bookkeeping operations. 

• Ensure timely submission of timesheets and regular updates to workflow systems. 

• Oversee the preparation and analysis of MIS reports, providing actionable insights on financial trends and key  

performance metrics. 

• Set and monitor individual and team KPIs to ensure performance targets are met.

Qualification

• B.com, M.com or Equivalent Qualification . 

• 6+ years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting roles.  

• Knowledge of FRS 102-1A, FRS 105, and UK GAAP will be an added advantage.  

• Professional certification (e.g., CA, ACCA) is a plus but not mandatory. 

Language Proficiency (If Any):

• Well conversant in verbal and written English communication 

Computer Proficiency & specifications:

• Proficiency in UK-based accounting Software (Xero, QuickBooks, Hubdoc, Dext, IRIS, Digita, CCH, and TaxCalc) 

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Teams, Word, etc.)