Dead Simple Accounting | Accounts Guru

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Please go through this information carefully which goes into detail about the role, some non negotiable requirements, & on the final section there are details of how to apply.

The closing date for applying, is 17th January.

The intended start date is mid Feb or March.

Thank you & I wish you good luck with your application!

James Clayton | Director 

Join the Team at Dead Simple Accounting

Are you ready to be part of a small but mighty accountancy firm making waves in the industry?

At Dead Simple Accounting, we’re all about cutting through jargon, using lots of automation, and building real human connections with our clients.

Here’s why you’ll love working with us:

• We have a 98% client retention rate, thanks to doing the small things right every time.
• Our portfolio is as varied as it gets: from sole traders to Grammy-winning producers and startups to stadium-sellout artists.
• Our client reviews are unparalleled—5 stars everywhere you look.

About the Role

As an Accounts Guru, you’ll be part of a flexible, autonomous team where no two days are really the same. You’ll roll up your sleeves and handle:

• Bank reconciliations and bookkeeping.
• Drafting VAT returns.
• Preparing cashbooks in Excel from bank statements.
• Drafting personal tax computations, company accounts, and corporation tax returns.
• Collaborating with clients and team members concisely and effectively.

We work remotely and have been thriving that way since 2016. We do meet up occasionally (South East England location therefore preferred but not essential).

What We’re Looking For

Essential Skills & Experience

• Fluency with Xero and QuickBooks.
• AAT Level 4 qualification (or fully ATT qualified).
• Strong Excel skills.
• Experience in an accountancy firm.
• Experience in using & enthusiasm with learning AI.
• Attention to detail—what’s 20% x £438?
• Exceptional communication skills.

Preferred (But Not Essential)

• Familiarity with FreeAgent, Sage, & banking apps like Coconut, Starling, and Monzo.
• Residing in the South East for fairly regular meetups.

The Offer

• Remote role (37.5 hours/week full-time or part-time options available).
• Pro-rata salary starting at £32k+ depending on experience.
• Flexibility to work in a way that suits you.

How to Apply

Send an email to jobs@deadsimpleaccounting.co.uk by 17th January with the following:

• A brief paragraph on why you’d love to join our team.
• Screenshots of your Xero and QuickBooks certifications.
• A scan of your Level 4 AAT certification (or ATT certification).
• Your CV.
• Your notice period (if applicable).
• The answer to our question.

The Process

• Applications close 17th January.
• First-round video interviews conducted by 24th January.
• Final in-person interviews.
• Job offers by 7th February, with a start date anticipated as early as Mid-Feb or March