Accountant & Tax Specialist

About Smartech Retail GroupDo you want to help shape the future of retail? At Smartech Retail Group, we’re rewriting the rules of what retail can be. As the global destination for innovation inside the world’s best department stores, we invite customers to discover, try, and play with the latest creations in tech, gaming, e-mobility, and beyond across our 12 experience-led concept stores worldwide.We believe retail should never be boring — and neither should your career. If you want to make an impact, grow in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, and help build unforgettable in-store experiences, then this might be the most exciting role you’ll ever take on.We are now looking for our next Accountant & Tax Specialist — a key member of our London HQ Finance Team who will ensure financial excellence, compliance, and operational efficiency across the business.About the Role – Accountant & Tax SpecialistAre you passionate about finance, numbers, compliance, and efficiency? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where precision, ownership, and initiative matter?As our Accountant & Tax Specialist, you will play a critical role in managing accounting operations, statutory compliance, taxes, financial reporting, forecasting, and day-to-day treasury activities. You will ensure our financial foundation is accurate, compliant, and scalable while working closely with the Finance Manager and Managing Director.This is a role where you will own the finance cycle end-to-end — from bookkeeping all the way to reporting, tax submissions, analysis, and cashflow control.What You Will DoBookkeeping & Financial AccountingPerform full-cycle bookkeeping, journal entries, and daily transaction recording.Maintain the General Ledger and classify all income/expenses accurately.Complete month-end close, including P&L and Balance Sheet reconciliations.Record payroll entries and reconcile payroll returns and taxes.Prepare monthly management accounts and financial statements.Accounts Payable (AP)Process purchase orders, verify costs, and match invoices with goods received.Enter AP invoices, manage approvals, and execute supplier payments.Process employee expenses, T&E, credit card transactions, and supplier reconciliations.Maintain accurate overheads and supplier documentation.Accounts Receivable (AR)Prepare and issue customer invoices, refunds, and credit notes (Xero).Record and reconcile customer payments and manage debtor ledgers.Perform AR analysis, collections follow-ups, and recovery actions.Support revenue processes to ensure timely and accurate invoicing.Treasury & CashflowPerform bank reconciliations and maintain daily treasury controls.Manage deposits, transfers, and supplier payment runs; reconcile credit cards.Prepare, monitor, and update cashflow forecasts.Identify cost-reduction opportunities and support financial efficiency.Tax Compliance & Regulatory FilingsPrepare quarterly and annual tax workpapers and file tax returns on time.Maintain the tax database and statutory documentation.Research tax regulations and recommend best-practice approaches.Liaise with auditors, solicitors, and tax authorities.Support tax audits, inspections, and statutory reviews.Financial Reporting & PlanningProduce financial reports, dashboards, P&L, and Balance Sheet statements.Analyse financial data to generate insights for decision-making.Support budgeting, forecasting, and reforecast processes.Prepare debtors, creditors, and cashflow reports.Contribute to decisions that improve profitability and financial performance.Administration & Process ImprovementMaintain accurate filing and record-keeping for all financial and statutory documents.Support updates to procedures, policies, and systems to enable scalability.Assist with finance administration, including creditor/debtor management and invoicing compliance.We Are Searching for You…A talented professional with 3–5 years of experience in accounting, tax compliance, and finance operations, ideally in a corporate or public practice environment. Someone who is:Highly organised, analytical, and detail-oriented.Proactive, accountable, and able to manage multiple priorities.Strong in communication and relationship-building across teams and stakeholders.Confident with financial systems (Xero experience a plus) and advanced Excel skills.Capable of translating financial and tax insights into practical business recommendations.A positive, collaborative team player with strong problem-solving skills.The Ideal Candidate3–5 years in accounting, tax, or finance rolesStrong understanding of statutory accounting & tax requirementsExperience preparing and submitting tax returnsStrong analytical and forecasting skillsExcellent written and verbal communicationCommercial awareness and ability to interpret financial dataHighly organised, resilient, and deadline-drivenTeam-oriented with a continuous improvement mindsetRole DetailsSalary Range: £38,000 – £40,000Start Date: ImmediatelyLocation: London (HQ)Hours: Full-Time