Senior Associate (UK/US Accounting)

Vrecruit First; Dadri; Hybrid; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Vrecruit First is recruiting a Senior Associate to manage end-to-end bookkeeping, month-end close, payroll, VAT compliance, and financial reporting for UK and US clients.

You will handle AP/AR, bank reconciliations, and general ledger, while ensuring compliance with UK GAAP, US GAAP and IFRS. The role requires strong client management, teamwork, and a passion for automation in a fast-paced outsourcing setup.

Qualifications

• Qualified CA / ACCA or Semi-Qualified Accountant.
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce.
• 5-6 years of experience in bookkeeping, month-end close, and outsourcing environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end bookkeeping for UK & US clients.
• Oversee month-end close, journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Prepare Management Accounts, financial reports, and investor reporting.
• Process payroll and VAT returns to HMRC.
• Review deliverables and mentor junior team members.
• Support process improvements and automation initiatives.

Skills

End-to-End Bookkeeping

Management Accounts Preparation

Month-End & Year-End Closing

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Bank Reconciliations

Payroll Processing

VAT Preparation & HMRC Compliance

Financial Reporting

Investor Reporting

UK GAAP

US GAAP

IFRS Knowledge

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Google Workspace

Xero

QuickBooks

Client Relationship Management

Team Mentoring & Quality Review

Analytical & Problem-Solving

Communication & Time Management

Education

Qualified CA / ACCA or Semi-Qualified Accountant

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Google Workspace

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Associate to manage end-to-end bookkeeping, month-end close, management accounts, payroll, VAT compliance, and financial reporting for UK and US clients. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in UK/US accounting, excellent client management skills, and the ability to independently manage multiple client engagements in a fast-paced outsourcing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Client Portfolio Management:

• Manage a portfolio of small to mid-sized international clients while supporting managers on large and complex engagements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients through proactive communication and exceptional service delivery.
• Design and implement customized accounting processes based on client requirements.

Bookkeeping & Financial Accounting:

• Manage end-to-end bookkeeping, including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), bank reconciliations, and General Ledger maintenance.
• Perform month-end and year-end closing activities, including journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations.
• Prepare accurate Management Accounts, financial reports, and investor reporting packages.
• Monitor and manage client finance inboxes, ensuring timely responses and issue resolution.

Payroll & Compliance:

• Process payroll accurately and within deadlines.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns to HMRC.
• Ensure compliance with UK/US accounting standards, statutory requirements, and internal quality procedures.

Review & Quality Assurance:

• Review own work and assist in reviewing deliverables prepared by junior team members.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely completion of all accounting assignments.
• Maintain high-quality documentation and compliance standards.

Team Support & Process Improvement:

• Train, mentor, and support new team members.
• Assist managers with operational responsibilities and workflow management.
• Participate in ad-hoc projects including financial consolidations, business planning, due diligence, and process improvement initiatives.
• Leverage technology and automation tools to improve efficiency and streamline accounting processes.

Required Skills:

• End-to-End Bookkeeping
• Management Accounts Preparation
• Month-End & Year-End Closing
• Accounts Payable (AP) & Accounts Receivable (AR)
• Bank & Balance Sheet Reconciliations
• Payroll Processing
• VAT Preparation & HMRC Compliance
• Financial Reporting & Investor Reporting
• UK GAAP, US GAAP & IFRS Knowledge
• Advanced Microsoft Excel & Google Workspace
• Xero & QuickBooks
• Client Relationship Management
• Team Mentoring & Quality Review
• Strong Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills
• Excellent Communication & Time Management

Qualifications:

• Qualified CA / ACCA or Semi-Qualified Accountant.
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce.

Preferred Candidate Profile:

• Self-driven professional with the ability to manage multiple international clients independently.
• Strong understanding of UK/US accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Passionate about technology, automation, and continuous process improvement.
• Excellent client-facing communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment with ownership and accountability.

Experience : 5 - 6

Timing : 10:00 AM-7:00 PM / 12:00PM-9:00PM