Senior Accountant

Formerly Streets Whittles - now Streets; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage UK accounts and tax returns. The role involves reviewing offshore bookkeeping, liaising with clients, and ensuring compliance with UK standards. Candidates should have significant experience in UK accounting and a strong proficiency in Xero. This fully remote position offers a modern work environment with opportunities for professional development, making it ideal for proactive accounting experts.

Benefits

Fully digital working environment

Exposure to UK accounting practices

Supportive global team

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in UK accounting.
• Strong understanding of UK accounting standards.
• Experience reviewing rather than performing bookkeeping work.

Responsibilities

• Review bookkeeping completed by international teams.
• Prepare final accounts for UK companies.
• Communicate directly with UK clients to gather information.

Skills

UK accounting

VAT compliance

Xero proficiency

Tax processes

Client communication

Tools

Xero

TaxCalc

Job description

Overview

Accountancy

• South Africa
• Fully Remote

Role

Senior Accountant wanted! Review offshore bookkeeping, prepare UK accounts/tax returns, manage client communication, and ensure accuracy. Ideal for a proactive, Xero-savvy accounting expert! We are seeking a Senior Accountant to join our expanding UK practice and serve as the key bridge between our international bookkeeping teams and our UK review team.

This role requires someone experienced in UK accounting, VAT, and tax compliance who can work independently, review deliverables prepared offshore, and ensure work is client-ready before partner sign-off. The position is ideal for an experienced accountant who thrives in a digital, paperless environment, is confident communicating directly with clients, and can take ownership of the review and preparation of UK accounts and tax returns.

Key Responsibilities

• Review bookkeeping completed by international teams (India and South Africa) and prepare final accounts for UK companies and self-assessments.
• Ensure all work is complete, accurate, and compliant before submission to senior management for sign-off.
• Liaise between global teams to manage workflow, resolve queries, and maintain consistent communication.
• Communicate directly with UK clients via Teams, chat, or email to gather outstanding information or clarify queries.
• Draft and prepare company accounts, VAT returns, and self-assessment tax returns using Xero and TaxCalc.
• Maintain an organised, paperless working environment via shared drives and collaboration platforms.
• Some bookkeeping on an adhoc basis
• Contribute to continuous process improvements to remove bottlenecks and enhance efficiency.

Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in UK accounting, including VAT and self-assessment preparation.
• Strong understanding of UK accounting standards and tax processes.
• Experience reviewing rather than performing basic bookkeeping work.
• Confident communicating directly with clients and remote colleagues.
• Proficiency with Xero (essential) and TaxCalc (advantageous).
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and willingness to collaborate.

Why Join Us

• Fully digital, modern, and collaborative working environment.
• Exposure to UK accounting practices and client interaction.
• Supportive global team with a strong focus on professional development.
• Opportunity to play a key role in bridging operations between the UK and international teams.

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Department: Accountancy

Role: Accounts Senior

Locations: South Africa | Remote status: Fully Remote

Employment type: Full-time

Contact: Nina Willemse, Audit Manager – Audit

Colleagues:

• Lize Redelinghuys — Audit Manager and Regional Manager South Africa
• James Gibson — Director

About Streets Chartered Accountants

As a top 40 UK firm of Chartered Accountants, we go beyond the numbers—partnering with businesses, corporate clients, charities, and individuals to drive success. Whether supporting growing enterprises or guiding nonprofits, we provide expert financial insight with a personal touch.

Founded in 1907

Co-workers: 500

Turnover: 40M

Website: streetsweb.co.uk