Accountant

Quest Accounting Services Ltd; United States; Remote; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Accounting Services Ltd seeks a motivated Accountant for our UK Accounting Team, working remotely from India. The role supports UK-based clients with bookkeeping, VAT, payroll, and tax compliance while liaising with UK-based managers.

A strong eye for detail and good English communication are essential to ensure accuracy and timely delivery. We value familiarity with UK accounting rules and software, and a proactive learner who can operate independently within UK business hours.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of accounting and bookkeeping.
• Experience with QuickBooks, Xero or Sage.
• Proficient Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Able to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Willing to learn UK accounting procedures.

Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping and data entry
• Bank reconciliations
• Processing purchase and sales invoices
• Preparation and submission of UK VAT returns
• Payroll processing support
• Preparation of UK Corporation Tax computations and returns
• Working with cloud accounting software
• Assisting senior accountants and client managers
• Preparation of UK Self-Assessment Tax Returns
• Preparation and submission of monthly CIS returns
• Managing accounts emails and client queries

Skills

Accounting basics

Excel

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Independence

UK procedures

Education

B.Com / M.Com / MBA Finance / ACCA / CA Inter

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

Sage

Job description

Client Account Manager UK Accounting Team (Remote India)

Job Title:

Accountant UK Accounting Team

Location:

Remote India

Hiring Office based in London

Job Type:

Full-Time

Working Hours:

UK Business Hours

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our growing UK accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone based in India who wants to gain experience working with UK clients and UK accounting systems.

The role involves supporting UK-based businesses with bookkeeping, reconciliations, VAT preparation, payroll support, and general accounting administration.

The ideal candidate should have good communication skills, strong attention to detail, and basic knowledge of UK accounting principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping and data entry
• Bank reconciliations
• Processing purchase and sales invoices
• Preparation and submission of UK VAT returns
• Supporting payroll processing
• Preparation of UK Corporation Tax computations and returns
• Working with cloud accounting software
• Assisting senior accountants and client managers
• Preparation of UK Self-Assessment Tax Returns
• Preparation and submission of monthly CIS returns
• Managing accounts emails and client queries

Required Skills & Experience

• Basic understanding of accounting and bookkeeping
• Experience using accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, or similar
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good written and verbal English communication skills
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Willingness to learn UK accounting procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• B.Com / M.Com / MBA Finance / ACCA / CA Inter or similar qualification
• Experience working with UK accounting firms or UK clients preferred
• Knowledge of VAT, CIS, and payroll is an advantage

Work From Home Requirements

As this is a fully remote role, candidates must have a proper work-from-home setup, including:

• Reliable high-speed internet connection
• Laptop or desktop computer suitable for accounting work
• Quiet and professional working environment
• Backup power/internet arrangement preferred
• Ability to attend online meetings during UK working hours

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with UK clients
• Long-term career growth
• Remote working opportunity
• Training and development support
• Friendly and supportive team environment

Salary

Competitive salary based on experience and skill level.