Junior Accountant

BYD EUROPE; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational in zero-emission solutions is seeking a Junior Accountant for its Uxbridge office. This entry-level role involves supporting daily accounting operations, compliance-related data preparation, and assisting with VAT and PAYE. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and has 3-5 years of relevant experience. Skills in SAP and Excel, along with strong attention to detail, are essential. The position offers competitive remuneration and a full suite of benefits.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Workplace pension

25 days paid holidays plus public holidays

Team building events

Opportunity to lead Zero Emissions transition

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Basic familiarity with accounting systems is preferred.
• Awareness of UK accounting and tax concepts (VAT, PAYE).

Responsibilities

• Assist with entering daily journal entries and invoices.
• Process employee expense claims in line with company policy.
• Support VAT and PAYE filings and audits.
• Prepare monthly or quarterly reports.
• Follow internal control procedures and report issues.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic Excel skills

Organizational skills

Clear communication

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

Office-based role in BYD's new state‑of‑the‑art and modern offices in Uxbridge Middlesex West of London (please ensure your daily commute is manageable before applying). The Junior Accountant will work under the guidance of the Finance Manager and Senior Accountant to support daily accounting operations, documentation management, basic reconciliations, and compliance‑related data preparation. The role focuses on accurate transaction processing and providing foundational support for UK financial and tax compliance activities (such as VAT and PAYE), ensuring records are complete, well‑organized, and audit ready.

Responsibilities

• Routine Accounting & Record Keeping
  • Assist with entering daily journal entries, invoices, and expense claims into the accounting system.
  • Maintain accurate records in the general ledger and subsidiary ledgers under supervision.
  • Support basic bank, vendor, customer, and account‑code reconciliations; flag discrepancies for senior review.
  • Organize, file, and archive accounting vouchers and supporting documentation to ensure audit readiness.
• Expense, Travel & Reimbursement Processing
  • Process employee expense claims (travel, mileage, subsistence, entertainment, etc.) in line with company policy.
  • Check that expense documentation is complete and properly submitted before posting.
  • Support the Senior Accountant in resolving basic reimbursement queries.
• Tax & Compliance Assistance
  • Use SAP for bookkeeping and extract accounting data from SAP and Excel working papers to support VAT, PAYE, and other statutory filings.
  • Assist in preparing schedules, listings, and supporting documents required for tax filings and audits.
  • Maintain organized records of correspondence with tax advisors or HMRC under guidance.
• Reporting & Communication
  • Support the preparation of monthly or quarterly reports by compiling data and performing basic checks.
  • Assist during external audits by preparing requested documentation, system reports, and reconciliations.
  • Ensure timely and accurate responses to routine data requests from Senior management.
• Internal Control Support
  • Follow internal control procedures and assist with basic checklist‑based control activities.
  • Report any control issues, errors, or unusual transactions to senior team members promptly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Taxation, or a related field.
• 3‑5 years of relevant accounting, finance, or bookkeeping experience (internship or placement experience acceptable).
• Basic familiarity with accounting systems; experience with SAP is an advantage but not mandatory.
• Awareness of UK accounting and tax concepts (VAT, PAYE) is preferred but not essential.
• Studying or intending to study professional qualifications (AAT, ACCA, CIMA, ACA) is a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Basic Excel skills and willingness to learn financial systems and processes.
• Good organizational and documentation skills.
• Clear communication skills and ability to work well within a team.
• Positive learning attitude, reliability, and ability to follow instructions and deadlines.

About BYD

• Our Purpose is to build a zero‑emission future that reconnects humanity with nature. We are looking for talent that connects with this mission and wants to create a positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team.
• BYD is a leading, high‑tech multinational, based in Shenzhen, China. Operates in four core fields of IT, automotive, new energy, and rail transit and employs over 300,000 people worldwide. As a global pioneer in New Energy Solutions BYD is dedicated to building a zero‑emission ecosystem.

Benefits

• Performance and experience‑based competitive remuneration
• Scottish Widow workplace pension
• 25 days paid holidays + public holidays.
• Department & company‑wide team building events.
• An exciting opportunity to lead the European transition to Zero Emissions transportation and de‑carbonization of the economy.