UK Accountant

Weekday AI

1d•Remote

About The Position

This role is for one of Weekday’s clients. The UK Accountant will manage accounting and bookkeeping activities for UK-based clients as part of an India-based accounting team supporting UK accounting practices. The position involves day-to-day bookkeeping, bank and ledger reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, and preparation of year-end accounts. The candidate will work remotely during UK business hours to support timely financial reporting, accurate records, and effective client communication, and will manage assigned client files independently with minimal supervision. This is a freelance, part-time opportunity for a professional with practical UK accounting experience; it is not a training position. Salary range: Rs 420000–Rs 480000 (INR 4.2–4.8 LPA). Location: Remote, Surat. Working hours: Monday to Friday, 6:30 PM–11:30 PM IST (4–5 hours per day).

Requirements

3–5 years of hands-on experience in UK accounting.
Practical experience in bookkeeping, bank and ledger reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and year-end accounts.
Strong working knowledge of Xero, including 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.

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 and general ledger reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
Manage accounts payable, 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 in English with clients and internal stakeholders through written queries, updates, and follow-ups.
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.