KAYALI Financial Accountant - Tax & Accounting (UK/EU)

KAYALI; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern fragrance company located in Greater London is seeking a qualified Financial Accountant to manage UK tax compliance, statutory accounting, and audit responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in UK VAT and corporation tax, the ability to work proactively in a fast-paced environment, and excellent skills in Excel and ERP systems. Join a vibrant team that emphasizes innovation and luxury in the fragrance industry.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in UK tax including VAT and corporation tax compliance.
• Experience preparing and submitting VAT returns.
• Knowledge of UK GAAP / IFRS and multi-entity environments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and submit UK VAT returns to HMRC, support UK corporation tax filings.
• Own statutory accounting and reporting for the UK entity.
• Oversee inventory accounting and valuation.
• Coordinate with Global AR and AP teams.

Skills

Tax compliance

Statutory accounting

Audit experience

Strong Excel skills

ERP experience (Microsoft Dynamics)

Education

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified

Job description

Description

Fuelled by passion, KAYALI was founded in 2018 by beauty mogul and fragrance fanatic, Mona Kattan. Translating to 'my imagination' in Arabic, KAYALI provides a modern fragrance experience inspired by Mona's rich Middle Eastern heritage and the art of layering scents to help you create your mood; where sharing scents is a ritual and smelling good is both an act of goodwill and self-love. Mona collaborates with some of the world's most renowned perfumers and sources the finest ingredients to create unique juices that are infinitely memorable, long-lasting, and cruelty‑free. Each luxurious fragrance is an ode to true craftsmanship and tells a special story, from the addictive notes to the multi‑faceted jeweled bottles.

Our Mission: To make everyone feel like the diamond they are! To build a global community of fragrance lovers through the power of scent and by providing them with the most innovative & luxurious fragrances, education and sharing our Middle Eastern fragrance rituals with the world.

Summary: We are looking for a qualified Financial Accountant with strong experience in tax, statutory accounting, and audit to join our UK team. This role will take ownership of UK VAT and corporation tax compliance, statutory reporting, and balance sheet integrity, while collaborating closely with external auditors and tax advisers and overseeing the French entity through external accountants. The ideal candidate is hands‑on, proactive, and thrives in a fast‑paced, global environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Tax & Compliance

• Prepare and submit UK VAT returns to HMRC, support UK corporation tax filings
• Respond to HMRC queries and follow up as needed
• Act as primary point of contact with external tax advisers for UK matters
• Oversee French tax compliance via external accountants
• Support Group tax reporting, audits, and statutory compliance

Accounting & Audit

• Own statutory accounting and reporting for the UK entity
• Review outputs and statutory accounts prepared by external accountants for France
• Manage balance sheet reconciliations and month‑end close activities
• Liaise with external auditors for UK and France, supporting year‑end and interim audits
• Ensure compliance with Group accounting policies and UK GAAP / IFRS

Inventory & Working Capital Oversight

• Oversee inventory accounting and valuation, supporting reconciliations and provisions
• Ensure internal controls over inventory reporting

AR & AP – Local Oversight

• Coordinate with Global AR and AP teams to ensure smooth processing for UK and French entities
• Review AR/AP aging reports and support resolution of issues
• Support adherence to Group credit policies and payment schedules

Collaboration & Process Improvement

• Work closely with Global Finance to ensure consistent accounting, tax, and reporting treatment
• Partner with FP&A, operations, and supply chain teams on reporting and reconciliations
• Support improvements to processes and systems across accounting, tax, and controls

Requirements

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified
• Strong experience in UK tax (VAT and corporation tax), statutory accounting, and audit
• Experience preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Proven experience liaising with external auditors and tax advisers
• Knowledge of UK GAAP / IFRS and multi‑entity environments
• Strong Excel skills; ERP experience (Microsoft Dynamics) desirable
• Detail oriented, proactive, and able to manage multiple deadlines