Jean A

Senior UK Corporate Structure & E-Commerce Accounting Specialist

Phoenix Law • Freiberufler

Jan 2022 - Present • 4 yrs 4 mos

Provide comprehensive, end-to-end corporate formation and specialized financial compliance solutions for international e-commerce sellers, Amazon FBA entrepreneurs, and global businesses looking to establish a footprint in the United Kingdom. Act as a trusted strategic partner managing the entire lifecycle of UK business operations, from initial legal setup to monthly bookkeeping and regulatory tax filings. Key Responsibilities & Achievements: • UK Company LTD Formation: Seamlessly manage the entire incorporation process through Companies House. Advise international clients on legal structures, share allocation, articles of association, and secure corporate registered office addresses. • UK Corporate Banking Infrastructure: Guide non-UK resident directors through the stringent compliance and KYC (Know Your Customer) requirements to successfully open secure, multi-currency UK business bank accounts (such as Wise, Payoneer, Revolut, and traditional high-street options). • Expert Amazon Bookkeeping: Implement and maintain robust cloud accounting systems (Xero and QuickBooks Online) tailored specifically for high-volume e-commerce. Integrate automated tools like A2X to perfectly reconcile complex multi-currency Amazon payouts, accurate Cost of Goods Sold (COGS), promotional discounts, FBA storage fees, and advertising spend. • HMRC VAT Compliance & Returns: Oversee the registration and filing of quarterly UK VAT returns under HMRC's Making Tax Digital (MTD) regulations. Expertly navigate e-commerce-specific tax laws, including the UK Marketplace VAT rules for overseas sellers, ensuring flawless compliance and avoiding costly penalties. • Financial Reporting & Client Advisory: Deliver clear monthly profit and loss (P&L) statements and balance sheets, giving business owners full visibility into their margins, cash flow, and overall store profitability.