Financial Accountant - Remote Opportunity

About the Role

We are excited to announce an opening for a Financial Accountant remote position at Kota. As a Financial Accountant, you will play a crucial role in supporting our day-to-day financial operations, ensuring compliance, and contributing to our financial reporting needs. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team and make a significant impact in a fast-growing FinTech company.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts, including journals, reconciliations, accruals, and prepayments.
• Maintain general ledger accuracy and ensure timely month-end close.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities.
• Assist with annual statutory financial statements and coordinate audit deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with Irish/UK tax obligations (VAT, payroll taxes, etc.), working with external advisors when needed.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable processes, processing supplier invoices, staff expenses, and card reconciliations.
• Help design and implement scalable finance processes and internal controls.

Requirements

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA, AITI or equivalent).
• 2–4+ years’ experience in accounting, audit, or a similar role.
• Experience in fintech, startup, or a regulated environment is a plus but not required.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Nice to Have

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Proactive, curious, and eager to improve processes.
• Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of tasks.

What We Offer

• Health Insurance via Kota.
• Workplace Pension with matched contributions up to 5% via Kota.
• WFH stipend to support your home office needs.
• Generous Paid Time Off – work hard and take the time you need.
• Annual company-wide offsite and dedicated team offsite.