Accountant (5+ Years Experience, ACCA Qualified)

The Legends Agency; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK accounting firm is seeking an experienced Accountant to manage a portfolio of UK clients from South Africa. Responsibilities include preparing statutory accounts, tax returns, and providing strategic financial advice. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years in UK accountancy, be ACCA qualified, and proficient in Xero. This remote role requires excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to client service.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in accountancy practice or advisory agency.
• Deep understanding of UK accounting standards, VAT, CIS, and corporation tax.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review statutory accounts, CT600 returns, and VAT returns.
• Advise clients on cash flow, profitability, and tax planning.
• Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations.

Skills

ACCA Qualified

UK Accounting Standards

Xero Proficiency

Client Communication

Tax Planning

Education

ACCA Qualification

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Accountant (5+ Years Experience, ACCA Qualified)

Join a down-to-earth UK accountancy firm supporting high-growth construction and trade businesses

Remote (South Africa-based) | R50 000 - R65 000 per month | UK Working Hours (Mon- Fri)

About Our Client

This UK-based accountancy and advisory firm specialises in helping owner-managed businesses in the construction and trades sectors. With a practical, relationship-driven approach, they combine best-in-class cloud systems like Xero, Dext, and Syft with proactive advisory services. Their team culture is supportive and impact-driven, where each team member plays a visible, valuable role.

The Role

As a qualified Accountant, you\'ll be the main point of contact for a portfolio of UK clients, preparing and reviewing statutory accounts, tax returns, and VAT/CIS submissions, while providing actionable advice on cash flow and tax planning. You\'ll play a pivotal role in ensuring compliance, spotting opportunities, and driving better business decisions for clients. This is a fully remote position (from South Africa), with regular contact with clients and internal teams in the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Minimum 5 years experience in an accountancy practice or advisory agency
• Prepare and review statutory accounts, CT600 returns, VAT returns, and CIS submissions
• Produce management accounts and forecasts for client reporting
• Liaise directly with HMRC on behalf of clients
• Ensure all filing deadlines are met accurately and on time
• Advise clients on cash flow, profitability, and tax planning
• Review work from junior accountants and bookkeepers
• Support clients with optimising cloud-based accounting platforms (Xero, Dext, Xenon, Syft)

About You

• ACCA qualified (essential)
• 5+ years experience in UK-focused accountancy roles
• Deep understanding of UK accounting standards, VAT, CIS, and corporation tax
• Direct experience dealing with HMRC and UK statutory compliance
• Proficient in Xero (certifications advantageous) and ideally QuickBooks
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication, neutral English accent required
• Commercially savvy, with a proactive and client-first mindset