Senior Tax & Audit Accountant

About

Kneat enables regulated organizations to move from paper-based validation to intelligent, digitized, paperless solutions through a powerful, purpose-built software platform. Launched in 2014 after 8 years of development, the solution is used by leading Life Sciences companies worldwide.

What we are looking for

We are recruiting a Senior Tax and Audit Accountant to join our finance team and support the Financial Controller in a publicly listed, rapidly growing software company with expanding international operations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all tax obligations including Transfer Pricing, Corporation Tax, VAT, Sales Taxes, timely reporting thereof, and related accounting entries.
• Liaise with external tax advisors to stay updated on tax legislation amendments and their impact.
• Support tax planning initiatives and maintain oversight of permanent establishment positions.
• Analyze VAT, sales taxes, and other tax requirements from customer contracts.
• Review and approve VAT treatment on sales invoices ensuring compliance.
• Provide support on tax matters across the business.
• Prepare group annual and local entity tax returns and liaise with external advisors.
• Account for employee and director stock compensation plans accurately.
• Ensure payroll and statutory reporting requirements are met timely.
• Lead annual and interim external audits ensuring clean and timely completion.
• Support internal audit strategy and ensure compliance with NI 52-109 requirements.
• Assess risks and design controls to manage them.
• Support month-end and quarter-end close processes including journal entry review.
• Review P&L and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Review and approve accounts payable invoices ensuring compliance.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives in finance.
• Stay updated on internal audit developments.
• Prepare insurance schedules and ensure timely renewals.
• Support Treasury management activities.
• Liaise with other stakeholders as needed.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
• Tax (AITI) or similar qualification.
• Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience, preferably including tax.
• High proficiency in Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Public company experience is an advantage.
• Experience with NetSuite is desirable but not required.

What we offer you

• A fantastic culture, team, energy, and a high-growth successful company.
• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Training and professional development.

Additional Information

All applicants must fulfill requirements for a background check. Kneat is an equal opportunity employer committed to EEO and affirmative action. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities or special needs.