Remote Accountant Full Time

DigitalTolk is a technology-focused platform dedicated to removing language barriers by connecting language professionals with customers across Sweden through an efficient matching system. Often called the “Uber for interpretation and translation services,” the company supports thousands of users every day. DigitalTolk has earned several well-known awards, including Super Gazelle 2021, Future Gazelle 2021 from Dagens Industri, Best in Industry 2018 from the Post and Telecom Authority, and Young Entrepreneur of the Year 2022. Recently, the company has grown its presence across Europe by securing major contracts in the UK and acquiring companies in German-speaking regions. With offices in Stockholm, Hamburg, and St Gallen (Switzerland), DigitalTolk also runs remote teams across multiple Asian countries.

We are currently seeking a highly experienced German-speaking Accountant with strong knowledge of UK and European (especially German) accounting standards. The successful candidate will be skilled in QuickBooks, DATEV, IFRS, UK GAAP, and payroll handling for UK and EU markets. This role requires a detail-focused professional who can manage complete accounting processes, tax compliance, and payroll operations for international clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain financial statements in line with IFRS, German accounting rules, and UK GAAP.
• Ensure accurate and on-time financial reporting across all required platforms.
• Handle bank reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, and general ledger tasks using QuickBooks and DATEV.
• Check, confirm, and reconcile invoices, expense claims, and salary records.
• Work closely with internal teams and external auditors to support year-end closing, audits, and statutory compliance.
• Provide financial analysis, reports, and suggestions when required.
• Process monthly payroll for the UK, Germany, and other European markets, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Ensure compliance with UK payroll laws, including PAYE, National Insurance contributions, pension plans, and HMRC submissions.
• Manage German and European payroll needs, including tax calculations, social security payments, and regulatory compliance.
• Prepare payroll reports and payslips, ensuring salaries are paid on time.
• Manage HMRC filings, VAT submissions, and statutory returns for UK clients.
• Maintain compliance with German and European tax and payroll regulations.
• Support documentation and audit requirements for both UK and EU markets.

Required Qualifications

• Fluency in both German and English, written and spoken.
• Hands-on experience with QuickBooks and DATEV software (both required).
• Strong understanding of IFRS, UK GAAP, and international accounting standards.
• Proven experience managing payroll, tax filings, and compliance across UK and European markets.
• At least three years of relevant accounting and payroll experience.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work within UK, German, and European business hours.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. ACCA certification is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

• Experience with DATEV modules such as payroll, financial accounting, and tax is highly preferred.
• Opportunity to work remotely with a growing, award-winning international company expanding across Europe.
• Exposure to multiple accounting standards and payroll systems across different countries.

This is a full-time remote role. During the application process, candidates will be asked about their German language skills, experience with DATEV and European payrolls, notice period, reason for leaving their current role, and salary expectations.

Skills

Bank Statement Reconciliation, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, Analytical Skills, Statutory Compliance, VAT Filings, HMRC Filings, General Ledger, Accounts Payable/Receivable, German Language Proficiency, Financial Reporting, Tax Compliance, Payroll Management, UK GAAP, IFRS, DATEV, QuickBooks, English Language Proficiency

Job Details

Total Positions:
1 Post

Job Shift:
First Shift (Day)

Job Type:
First Shift (Day)

Job Location:
Pakistan

Gender:
No Preference

Age:
18 – 65 Years

Minimum Education:
Bachelors

Career Level:
Entry Level

Maximum Experience:
5 Years

Apply Before:
Feb 21, 2026