Senior UK Bookkeeper / Accountant

Role Overview

A rapidly expanding London-based accounting franchise that's scaling through strategic acquisitions of fee banks across the UK. They're currently acquiring 300-350 new limited company clients and building dedicated teams to support this growth. The company operates with a modern, distributed workforce model and values professional development and expertise in UK taxation.

Job Description

As a UK Bookkeeper / Accountant, you will bring forward your UK accounting experience and join a forward-thinking accounting franchise during an exciting expansion phase, taking ownership of a dedicated client portfolio as they acquire new fee banks. You'll work directly with UK limited company clients, handling their complete bookkeeping and accounting needs while being part of a professional team that spans multiple countries. This role offers the opportunity to develop deep expertise in UK taxation and compliance while working with modern accounting software and supporting a business that's actively growing through strategic acquisitions.

Schedule:

• Full-time (40 hours per week); Monday to Friday 10am - 7PM ( 1 hour lunch)

Client Timezone: UK Time (London)

Independent Contractor Perks

• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring
• Health Insurance Coverage

Responsibilities

• Handle complete bookkeeping operations for UK limited company clients (approximately 100-120 clients per bookkeeper)
• Process payroll for client businesses and ensure accurate record-keeping
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and compliance submissions
• Work with QuickBooks as the primary accounting software platform
• Navigate and utilize Xero for select client accounts
• Learn and implement new MTD (Making Tax Digital) compliance software and processes
• Manage day-to-day financial transactions and maintain accurate records
• Support the onboarding of new clients as fee banks are acquired
• Collaborate with international team members across different time zones

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of UK taxation rules and regulations (essential)
• Proficiency in QuickBooks accounting software
• Experience with Xero accounting platform
• Previous bookkeeping/accounting experience with UK limited company clients
• Excellent English communication skills
• Experience with payroll processing and VAT submissions
• Ability to quickly learn new software and compliance processes
• Bonus if you have professional accounting qualifications (ACCA or equivalent)
• It helps if you have experience working with international or distributed teams

Why Join This Team

• Work with a growing company during an exciting expansion phase
• Opportunity to specialize in UK market while being part of an international operation
• Flexible remote work arrangement with professional support
• Continuous learning opportunities with new software and compliance requirements
• Fair compensation and professional development focus
• Collaborative team environment across multiple countries

Side Note

This is a permanent work-from-home role under an Independent Contractor arrangement. Candidates must have their own computer and reliable internet connection, and are responsible for their own taxes and benefits. Professional hourly fees are established based on your performance in the application process.

Reminder

Please follow the provided link to BruntWork's Career Site to finish your initial application requirements, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.