Accounts Senior | Up to £52,000 | London
Are you a fully qualified accountant looking to take the next step in your career? We are partnering with a well-established and forward-thinking accountancy firm in Central London, seeking an experienced Accounts Senior to join their dynamic team.
The Firm:With over 50 years of experience, this well-established firm has a strong reputation for providing high-quality professional services. They are a 8 Partner, 6 Director firm with a headcount of over 100 employees across two offices. Their London office, located, features modern open-plan offices with a welcoming and collaborative environment-complete with a foosball table in the kitchen area!
As part of an international network, they have global reach, including quarterly international seminars in locations such as Canada and Amsterdam which are attended by the Partners.
The firm has a diverse client base, working with sectors including Barristers, IT consultants, Property Investment, Healthcare, Non-Resident Landlords, and UK subsidiaries of international groups. Their Accounting Solutions team consists of 30 professionals,
The Accounts Senior Role:
As an Accounts Senior, you will play a key role in the Accounting team, managing a diverse client portfolio that includes SMEs, sole traders, partnerships, and large corporates. Your responsibilities will include:
* Preparation and review of statutory accounts and management accounts for a range of businesses.* Leading client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor on accounting and financial matters.* Reviewing bookkeeping and VAT returns prepared by junior team members.* Ensuring compliance with accounting standards and best practices.* Working with cloud-based accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage) and CCH.* Supervising and mentoring junior staff, supporting their development.* Liaising with clients and internal stakeholders to ensure deadlines are met.
What's in it for you?
* Competitive salary of up to £52,000, depending on experience.* Hybrid working model, with flexibility to work from home.* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with a holiday trading scheme.* Paid overtime.* Pension scheme with employer contributions.* Health cash plan covering dental, optical, physiotherapy, and well-being costs.* Regular team socials, networking events, and well-being initiatives, including a well-being week and menopause awareness events.* Quarterly CPD training sessions through SWAT/MERCIA.* A structured career progression path with leadership opportunities.* Supportive leadership team encouraging networking and professional development.
About You:
* Fully qualified ACA or ACCA.* Strong experience in an accountancy practice, ideally 3+ years post-qualification.* Confident in accounts preparation, bookkeeping, VAT returns, and management accounts.* Proficient in cloud-based accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage) and CCH.* Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.* Experience supervising and mentoring junior team members.* Highly organised, proactive, and detail-oriented.
Why Apply?
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Accounts Senior to step into a role with real responsibility and career development potential. If you're looking for a firm that values its people, offers great benefits, and provides a pathway for progression, this could be the perfect role for you.
Apply today to take your career to the next level!
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