UK Accountant

This role is for one of Weekday’s clients
Salary range: Rs 420000 - Rs 480000 (ie INR 4.2 - 4.8 LPA)

Min Experience: 3+ years
Location: Remote, Surat

Employment Type: Contract / Freelance

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:30 PM – 11:30 PM IST (4–5 hours per day)

We are looking for an experienced UK Accountant to manage accounting and bookkeeping activities for UK-based clients. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with UK accounting practices and proficiency in Xero, along with the ability to independently manage client accounts with minimal supervision.

The role involves handling day-to-day bookkeeping, bank and ledger reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and year-end accounts preparation. As part of an India-based accounting team supporting UK accounting practices, the candidate will work remotely during UK business hours to ensure timely financial reporting, accurate records, and effective client communication.

This is a freelance, part-time opportunity suited to professionals who already have practical experience in UK accounting and can manage client files independently. It is not a training position.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date bookkeeping records for UK clients using Xero.
• Record, classify, and reconcile financial transactions to ensure accurate client ledgers.
• Perform bank reconciliations and general ledger reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Manage accounts payable activities, including processing purchase invoices, reconciling supplier accounts, and preparing payment runs.
• Handle accounts receivable, including raising sales invoices, recording receipts, and following up on outstanding payments.
• Prepare and maintain financial records required for year-end accounts.
• Ensure accounting records are complete, accurate, and maintained in accordance with applicable UK accounting practices.
• Communicate clearly with clients and internal stakeholders through written queries, updates, and follow-ups in English.
• Manage assigned client files independently while meeting deadlines and maintaining high standards of accuracy.
• Identify and resolve routine accounting discrepancies and escalate complex issues when necessary.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on experience in UK accounting.
• Practical experience across bookkeeping, bank and ledger reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and year-end accounts.
• Strong working knowledge of Xero, with daily hands-on usage in a professional accounting environment.
• Understanding of UK accounting processes and financial record-keeping practices.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.
• Ability to manage client accounts independently with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and time management.
• Ability to work consistently during the specified weekday evening shift.

Must-Have Skills

• UK Accounting
• Bookkeeping
• Reconciliations