Senior Financial Accountant

Overview

In this role you will own RTR compliance for the client, ensuring accurate governance by the offshore team and timely statutory submissions. You will review VAT and CIS returns and statutory accounts, aligning them with group finance instructions and deadlines. The role combines hands-on technical tax work with governance oversight and cross-functional collaboration. This is a chance to shape compliance processes within a UK-focused finance function and contribute to broader RTR priorities. You will work in a governance-driven environment with a focus on accuracy and regulatory adherence.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve VAT and CIS returns prepared by the offshore team before group submission
• Review statutory financial accounts for accuracy, formatting, and inclusion of Group Finance amendments
• Ensure tax and regulatory deadlines are met with precision and compliance
• Perform ad-hoc duties and support RTR function priorities and strategic initiatives
• Lead delivery of compliance and governance activities by the offshore team, ensuring alignment with statutory and operational requirements

Key requirements

• Proven accounting experience and professional accounting qualifications
• Deep knowledge of UK Tax, VAT, and CIS compliance and statutory frameworks
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data manipulation and analysis
• Exceptional attention to detail and governance standards

• strong attention to detail
• governance-oriented mindset
• ability to work with offshore teams
• Microsoft Excel (advanced)

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