As a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Financial Accounting & IFRS and GAAP Standards at UnlikelyAI, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our Decision Intelligence Platform. Your expertise in accounting and compliance will directly influence the development of AI-driven solutions designed to enhance financial disclosure processes for UK accountancy firms. This is an opportunity to combine technical accounting knowledge with strategic insight, ensuring our platform delivers accurate, auditable, and efficient compliance workflows.

UnlikelyAI is a deep-tech startup dedicated to redefining artificial intelligence by making it more accurate, trustworthy, and safe. Founded by William Tunstall-Pedoe, a key figure behind Amazon Alexa, we are headquartered in London and driven by a diverse team of experts pushing the boundaries of AI innovation. Our culture fosters creativity, collaboration, and impact, offering every team member the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to the future of AI.

Please see our Company Principles to understand the core things we value – in particular, we are looking for exceptional people who are willing to tackle some of the most difficult technical problems there are, in order to create something extraordinary with huge impact. 

Act as internal Subject Matter Expert (SME) on Financial Compliance and Accountancy Practices 

Validate platform inputs for accuracy and regulatory alignment

Design explainable audit processes and documentation

Collaborate with technical teams on feature development

Ensure platform compliance with UK financial regulatory requirements

Contribute to product strategy and development roadmap

Professional Qualification: ACA, ACCA, or equivalent with a focus on UK compliance.

Financial Statements: Experience preparing financial statements under UK GAAP (FRS 102) and IFRS

FRS 102 Section 1A: Deep understanding of disclosure requirements.

Audit & Compliance: Experience with audit documentation and disclosure checklist execution.

Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of Companies Act 2006, AML, and GDPR.

Experience in identifying and documenting related-party transactions.

Ability to validate lease classifications under IFRS 16.

Expertise in tailoring compliance processes for different entity types.

Technical Insight - Familiarity with accounting software such as Caseware, Xero, and QuickBooks.

Process Design - Experience designing audit trails and compliance documentation.

Understanding of data protection and anti-fraud frameworks.

Team - Work alongside some of the brightest minds in AI and technology. Our collaborative and dynamic culture ensures that every voice is heard.

Vision- Be part of a company that is revolutionising compliance automation through trustworthy AI, solving real-world challenges faced by accountancy firms.

Impact- Play a crucial role in shaping the future of financial compliance technology, helping firms navigate complex regulatory requirements more efficiently.

Join us in transforming financial compliance through innovative AI solutions.