UK Statutory and Compliance Accountant

Financial Accountant – UK Statutory & Compliance

Location: Bracknell (minimum 3 days in office)

Department: Finance

Reports To: UK Finance Manager

About The Role

We are seeking a qualified Financial Accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent) to join our UK Finance team. This key role supports the UK Finance Manager in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial statements, with a strong focus on statutory compliance, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements (SOx, US GAAP, UK GAAP, HMRC).

The ideal candidate will bring a strong practice background and a hands-on approach to financial statement preparation, compliance, and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit statutory financial statements in accordance with FRS 102.
• Reconcile US GAAP to UK GAAP for statutory reporting.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and manage related payments.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC’s Making Tax Digital requirements; support automation tools like Alteryx.
• Prepare and submit returns to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).
• Support SOx compliance activities, including internal control testing and documentation
• Liaise with external auditors on statutory and tax-related matters.
• Collaborate with the International Tax team and respond to HMRC queries.
• Assist with the monthly close process, including P&L commentary and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Monitor changes in UK GAAP and support ad hoc finance projects and initiatives.
  
  

Key Accountabilities

• Financial statement preparation
• External and internal audit support
• VAT and ONS submissions
• SOx compliance execution
• Tax query management
• Monthly close and EBITDA reporting
• Regional reporting to the EMEA finance team
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA or equivalent)
• Strong background in practice with proven financial statement preparation experience
• Working knowledge of CaseWare is a plus
• Confident in VAT return preparation and submission
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with general ledger systems
• Proactive and process-improvement focused
  
  

What We Offer

• Generous Leave: 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays. Rising with length of service.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP): Provided by Health Assured – 24/7 support for your mental health and wellbeing.
• Employee Discounts: Discounts on car rental across Avis Budget Group (including Zipcar).
• Pension Contribution: Company pension plan to help secure your future.
• Friends and Family Discount: Special rates for your loved ones.
• Onsite Amenities: Bracknell HQ offers free parking and access to a small onsite gym.
  
  

Bracknell

Bracknell Forest

United Kingdom