ACCOUNTING MANAGER, UK (REMOTE)

We are seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Accounting Manager to oversee our day-to-day accounting operations, manage month-end processes, and ensure accurate financial reporting in compliance with UK GAAP and IFRS. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced SaaS environment and enjoys building efficient processes that scale.

EXPERIENCE, ATTITUDE & CORE SKILLS:

• Fully qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)
• Proficient in NetSuite accounting software
• Minimum 5 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 2 years in a managerial role (ideally for a remote team)
• Experience preparing statutory accounts under UK GAAP and/or IFRS
• Familiarity with tax compliance (e.g VAT, corporation tax)
• Hands-on experience processing UK payroll and ensuring compliance with statutory filings and deadlines
• A solid understanding of internal control design and operational efficiency
• High attention to detail, strong analytical mindset, and a proactive approach to problem solving

WHO WE ARE:

As the global leader in the eCommerce automation sector, Linnworks has one mission: Giving our clients back their time to grow and lead their brands. Companies wanting to sell their products via marketplaces like Amazon, eBay, Facebook, etc need a platform to automate and monitor retail, inventory and shipping processes and performance. We have teams across North America and Europe, and we are backed by Marlin Equity Partners, a leading growth equity firm headquartered out of California. Linnworks not only has the market-leading product for e-commerce automation but also attracts the best people in the industry. Highly skilled, passionate, and collaborative with a winning and customer-centric attitude - we pride ourselves on our people.

• Own the month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, and prepayments.
• Liaise with external auditors and support the year-end audit process.
• Oversee payroll accounting and managing related compliance filings (e.g PAYE, P11D) in collaboration with HR and external providers.
• Manage the day-to-day accounts payable and employee expense processes with support from junior staff.
• Ensure timely and accurate VAT filings and other tax compliance obligations.
• Implement and maintain internal controls and process improvements across the finance function, including documenting processes and accounting policies.
• Manage ad hoc projects (e.g cross functional process improvements, M&A integration, system implementation)
  What you’ll bring to the role.