
Finance Lead/Analyst at Celeste. Location Information: Philippines. Location: 100% Remote (Philippines-based) Schedule: Full-Time, GMT (London) hours Role Type: Independent Contractor Rate: 600/hour (starting, based on experience) . About the Role:. Were hiring a . Finance Lead/Analyst. with deep UK accounting experience especially . UK Taxation, VAT, and HMRC compliance. . If youve worked with UK-based entities and know your way around SPVs, Xero, and VAT filings, this is your seat at the table.. You'll play a critical role in helping drive financial accuracy, investor confidence, and tax compliance across our portfolio of UK legal entities. Join a remote-first team where your insights and leadership directly shape operations.. What You'll Do. Financial Reporting & Business Analysis. Prepare monthly P&Ls, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. Run variance analysis, forecasting, and modeling. Present findings and recommendations to senior leaders & investors. UK Tax, VAT & Compliance. Own all VAT filings and submission processes. Ensure HMRC compliance across UK entities and SPVs. Liaise directly with UK accountants to meet deadlines. Billing, Accounts Receivable & Credit Control. Support tenant billing and improve credit control practices. Lead on escalated tenant collections and enforce standing orders. Track accounts receivable and support cash flow improvements. Systems, Tools & Optimization. Own financial systems: Xero, Re-Leased, and CRM tools. Identify inefficiencies and lead automation/process fixes. Strategic Support & Ad Hoc Projects. Assist with lease restructures, new property onboarding, budgeting, and profitability analysis. Support the CFO and UK leadership with financial decision-making. About You:. 6+ years in Finance/Accounting. Hands-on experience with UK taxation, VAT, and HMRC rules. Strong command of Xero and Excel/Google Sheets. Confident communicator and remote-first operator. Knowledge of UK financial standards, SPV structures, and reporting norms. Legally able to work in the Philippines as an Independent Contractor. Bonus Points for:. Experience in . UK real estate finance or property management. Familiarity with Re-Leased or similar platforms. Experience mentoring junior finance staff. BI/reporting tools or advanced modeling experience