Job Overview

This is a part-time remote position offering 20 hours per week with potential to grow into a full-time accountant role as the business expands. The ideal candidate will serve as an in-house financial partner who understands the business context rather than processing transactions in isolation. This role combines traditional bookkeeping with project cost management, budget analysis, and operational finance tasks for a startup environment.

Client Overview

A growing startup company in the UK seeking to bring bookkeeping and accounting functions in-house for better continuity and business knowledge. The organization requires proactive financial management support as they scale operations and implement new financial systems.

Schedule:

• Mon-Fri 11:00 - 15:00 GMT

• Client Timezone: Greenwich Mean Time

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly bookkeeping tasks including transaction recording, reconciliations, and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Manage VAT returns preparation and submission in compliance with UK tax requirements.
• Set up and administer payroll systems for new employees and process ongoing payroll requirements.
• Implement and manage an expenses application system including employee registration and monthly expense processing.
• Track and allocate project expenditures against approved budgets, providing proactive alerts when spending approaches limits.
• Conduct financial analysis tasks using spreadsheets to support business decision-making.
• Make informed recommendations on accounting software selection and financial process improvements.
• Communicate proactively about questions or uncertainties rather than making assumptions on complex matters.

Must-Have Requirements

• Minimum 2-3 years of professional accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Xero and QuickBooks accounting software.
• Strong experience working with UK-based clients and understanding of UK financial regulations.
• Proven ability to manage project budgets and allocate costs to specific initiatives.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with demonstrated common sense in ambiguous situations.

Nice-to-Have Requirements

• Experience supporting startup or growing businesses in a direct partnership capacity.
• Background in both bookkeeping execution and higher-level accounting analysis.
• Comfortable making process recommendations and software selection guidance based on professional experience.
• Self-directed working style with ability to execute tasks from clear instructions independently.

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.