[Hiring] Accounts Administrator @The Legends Agency

Role Description

Support UK accounting operations in a remote role covering bookkeeping, payroll, management accounts, and statutory compliance.

This role is responsible for managing a broad range of accounting and bookkeeping responsibilities across a portfolio of clients. The position includes responsibility for month-end accounting, payroll administration, reconciliations, statutory submissions, fixed asset accounting, and management reporting while maintaining accurate financial records and supporting finance-related activities.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Liaise with clients within the assigned portfolio.
• Process cashbooks and bank reconciliations.
• Oversee creditor processing and reconciliations.
• Process month-end journal entries.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts.
• Maintain fixed asset registers.
• Manage fixed asset accounting, including acquisitions, disposals, and annual depreciation.
• Handle intercompany accounting and reconciliations.
• Prepare management accounts.
• Administer the full UK payroll function.
• Reconcile VAT and submit HMRC returns.
• Electronically file annual accounts and confirmation statements with HMRC.
• Update the internal workflow management system.
• Assist with other finance-related tasks as requested.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of bookkeeping experience.
• Diploma or Degree in Accounting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams.
• Proficiency in Xero and Sage Business Online.
• Proficiency in payroll software, with Simple Pay preferred.
• Experience in HMRC filing.
• Demonstrated ability to work directly with clients.
• Experience working in an accounting firm, with UK experience preferred.
• Proven experience in the accounting sector, particularly with UK-based clients and regulations.
• Familiarity with intercompany accounting practices and fixed asset management.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Deadline-driven.
• Team player.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently.

Requirements

• Remote (South Africa)
• Working Hours: 9:00am – 5:00pm (UK Hours)
• Salary: R20,000 – R25,000

Benefits

• Competitive salary