Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant Job Vacancy

Are you a seasoned accounting professional with a passion for numbers and a keen eye for detail? Do you have a proven track record of overseeing a diverse portfolio of clients and a deep understanding of accounting principles and regulations? If so, we invite you to apply today for this role with a dynamic team as a Senior Accountant in London.

The benefits of this role are many; a competitive salary of up to £45,000 per annum and the opportunity to work on a hybrid basis. Plus you’ll become part of a thriving team in central London who are creating a modern and contemporary approach to the the provision of traditional services.

As a Senior Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in managing the financial health of a growing and loyal portfolio of clients and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations. You’ll be able to lead a team and manage your time and the workflow of the department.

You’ll have a likeable personality as well as enhanced technical knowledge in general accounting and tax and you’ll be motivated and excited to become part of something special.

If you’d like to discuss this role in absolute confidence with our team of friendly recruitment consultants, upload your CV, apply directly or contact us today.

JobPurpose

• Plan, prepare, and review accounts for Sole Traders, Partnerships, and Limited companies.
• Oversight of client bookkeeping.
• Oversight of VAT provision,
• Management accounting.
• Financial statements.
• Payroll and pensions.
• Company secretarial duties.
• Liaise directly with clients, sending final accounts, proactively handing queries, and building trusted relationships.
• Forecast and manage budgets, oversee workflow, and mentor junior staff with training and knowledge sharing.
• Prepare personal and corporation tax computations, including tax returns, tax liabilities, and providing trusted advisory.
• Work closely with senior team members, ensuring expectations, deadlines, and budgets are being met.
• Promote and strive for customer service excellence and set an example to junior staff as a hands-on and proactive Senior Accountant.

About this firm

With offices in central London and a contemporary approach to providing trusted accounting support and solutions, this candidate enjoys a great reputation and word of mouth referrals. The leadership team empower their staff to work autonomously and to help shape the direction of travel for their clients, their portfolio and the firm as a whole.

Benefit from:

• £35,000 - £45,000 per annum
• Full time, permanent position
• Continued professional development
• A comprehensive suite of wellbeing benefits
• Hybrid working
• Enhanced company pension
• Generous annual leave
• Inclusive company values

Job Requirements

• ACCA or ACA qualified or QBE with preferably a minimum of two years’ post qualification experience.
• A proven track record of working with clients within practice.
• Working knowledge of accounting software, including Sage, QuickBooks and Xero.
• Experience using software for accounts production, such as CCH.
• Adept at using Microsoft Office suite, including Excel and Word.
• Strong communication and advisory skills.
• Good attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Self-motivated and able to manage a team’s workflow.
• A team player able to bring out the best in others.
• Confidently mentor junior team members, in a positive and constructive manner

About Public Practice Recruitment Ltd

Public Practice Recruitment Ltd recruits high-calibre accounting professionals at all levels for tax, accounts, and auditor jobs on both a permanent and temporary basis for accountancy firms.

Specialising solely in accountancy recruitment, Public Practice Recruitment Ltd regularly has new auditor jobs and accountancy jobs in London and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.