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UK Statutory & Compliance Accountant

Avis Budget Group

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Original Job Summary

About the Role

We are seeking a qualified Financial Accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent) to join our UK Finance team in Bracknell. This role supports the UK Finance Manager ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial statements with a strong focus on statutory compliance, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements including SOx, US GAAP, UK GAAP, and HMRC.

Key Responsibilities

  • Prepare and submit statutory financial statements as per FRS 102.
  • Reconcile US GAAP to UK GAAP for statutory reporting.
  • Prepare and submit VAT returns and manage related payments.
  • Ensure compliance with HMRC’s Making Tax Digital requirements and support automation tools like Alteryx.
  • Prepare and submit ONS returns and support SOx compliance activities.
  • Liaise with external auditors and collaborate with the International Tax team.
  • Assist with monthly close processes and EBITDA reporting.
  • Monitor changes in UK GAAP and support ad hoc finance projects.

Key Accountabilities

  • Financial statement preparation
  • Audit support (external and internal)
  • VAT and ONS submissions
  • SOx compliance execution
  • Tax query management and monthly reporting

What We’re Looking For

  • Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent)
  • Strong practice background in financial statement preparation
  • Experience with CaseWare is a plus
  • Confident in preparing VAT returns and submissions
  • Strong Excel skills and general ledger systems familiarity
  • Proactive with a focus on process improvement

What We Offer

  • Generous leave (25 days plus bank holidays)
  • Employee Assistance Programme for mental health
  • Employee and Friends & Family Discounts on car rentals
  • Company pension plan
  • Onsite amenities in Bracknell HQ including free parking and a gym

Key skills/competency

  • Statutory Reporting
  • Compliance
  • Financial Accounting
  • VAT Returns
  • Audit Coordination
  • Excel
  • CaseWare
  • Alteryx
  • SOx
  • Process Improvement

How to Get Hired at Avis Budget Group

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Highlight ACA/ACCA and compliance experience.
  • Research Avis Budget Group: Review their financial compliance culture and processes.
  • Network strategically: Connect with UK Finance team on LinkedIn.
  • Prepare for technical questions: Be ready for SOx and GAAP queries.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review FRS 102 standards.
Practice US GAAP to UK GAAP reconciliation.
Familiarize with CaseWare software.
Brush up on Excel techniques.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a compliance challenge solved.
Explain teamwork in audit coordination.
Discuss handling deadline pressures.
Share process improvement examples.