Accountant

Job Title: Accountant (India & UK Taxation)

Company: Application House

Location: India (Remote / Part-time)

Employment Type: Part-Time transition to full-time in future

Education: B.Com or equivalent accounting degree

About the Company:

Application House is a Salesforce Consulting & Innovation Partner building enterprise-grade applications, AI/ML platforms, and modern digital products.

Our ecosystem includes AI-powered applications, LLM hosted services, messaging platforms, and payment systems similar to apps like Uber, Grab, Paytm, and GCash.

Job Overview:

Application House is looking for a qualified Accountant based in India to manage accounting operations and statutory compliance for businesses operating in India and the United Kingdom.

The role will initially start as part-time, with the opportunity to transition into a full-time position as responsibilities grow.

The accountant will be responsible for maintaining financial records, managing accounting software, and completing government filings and regulatory submissions in both jurisdictions.

The successful candidate will manage accounting records, government filings, tax compliance, and financial reporting for multiple business activities including software business operations, investments, and real estate projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain company accounts and financial records.

Manage GST filings, payroll, and Indian government tax submissions.

Handle UK accounting compliance including VAT, Corporation Tax, and Self-Assessment.

Prepare and manage Company Accounts and filings with Companies House.

Maintain shareholding records and company financial documents.

Assist with financial planning, investment tracking, and budgeting.

Manage accounting activities for multiple group companies.

Maintain accurate accounting records, ledgers, and financial reports

Manage day-to-day bookkeeping including invoices, expenses, and payments

Perform bank reconciliations and maintain financial documentation

Manage accounting using Sage Accounting Plus

Maintain accounting records for multiple companies and business activities

Prepare monthly and annual financial statements

Monitor company cash flow and financial performance

Support budgeting and financial planning activities

India Government Filings & Compliance:

Prepare and submit GST returns (GSTR-1, GSTR-3B, annual GST return)

Handle Income Tax filings and TDS returns

Manage payroll compliance including EPF and ESIC filings

Handle Professional Tax and other statutory filings where applicable

Manage company filings with Ministry of Corporate Affairs including AOC-4, MGT-7 (annual return), DIR-3 KYC and other ROC filings and compliance

UK Government Compliance:

Prepare and submit VAT returns and compliance filings with HM Revenue & Customs

Prepare Corporation Tax returns and company accounts

Manage PAYE payroll filings including RTI submissions

Support Self Assessment tax returns where required

Handle company filings with Companies House including Confirmation Statement, director updates, and shareholding updates

Required Skills:

Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting

Experience with Sage Accounting Plus

Experience with Tally preferred

Strong knowledge of Indian tax regulations including GST, TDS, and payroll compliance

Understanding of UK tax and compliance requirements including VAT and Corporation Tax

Ability to manage multiple companies and financial records

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail

Ability to meet statutory deadlines and regulatory requirements

Candidate Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Commerce (B.Com) or equivalent accounting qualification

Knowledge of Indian tax system (GST, payroll, government filings).

Knowledge of UK accounting and tax filings.

Ability to manage accounts for multiple companies.

Practical experience working with Indian and UK accounting systems and government filings.

Experience with accounting software such as Sage or Tally.

Ability to work independently and manage financial operations remotely.

Strong communication and organisational skills.

Experience is flexible: candidates with practical knowledge of India and UK tax systems are encouraged to apply.

Career Growth Opportunity

This role has the potential to evolve into a senior finance leadership position, including responsibilities such as:

Managing company investments

Financial strategy for group companies

Supporting new business projects

Working towards a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) level role.