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Date Added: Sat 12/04/2025

Head Of Accounting

Egham, UK
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Company: REED

Job Type: Permanent, FullTime

Salary: £65,000 - £85,000 per annum, Inc benefits

  • Location: Surrey, Egham
  • Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking a seasoned Accountant and Manager to lead our accountancy function in Surrey, Egham. This role is ideal for someone who is technically proficient and has extensive experience in accountancy at a senior level, particularly within the UK practice environment.

Day-to-day of the role:
  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Surrey accounting function, ensuring high standards of financial and operational control.
  • Lead and coordinate the delivery function of the office, acting in both a strategic and operational capacity.
  • Manage a portfolio of key SME clients, focusing on delivering high-quality service and maintaining strong client relationships.
  • Oversee client management to ensure the delivery of customer service excellence.
  • Handle complex client projects, including financial due diligence and structuring.
  • Provide consultative services to clients on various matters such as turnaround management, change management, group restructuring, IFRS compliance, and internal control reviews.
  • Represent the company’s capabilities to new clients and build relationships to contribute to practice growth.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • ACA/ACCA qualified with at least ten years of experience within a UK practice at manager level.
  • Hold a practicing certificate.
  • Experienced user of IRIS and Xero.
  • Commercially astute with experience in providing strategic direction.
  • Confident in communicating with all levels of stakeholders.
  • Able to lead, mentor, and motivate, bringing the best out in others.
  • Strong financial and operational skills.
  • Board, Partner, or Partner Designate level experience.
  • Excellent networking skills, able to demonstrate previous business growth and success.
  • Demonstrable experience of leading accounting and corporate taxation for a diverse client portfolio.
  • Proven track record of managing successful teams and delivering results.
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
  • Dynamic and supportive work environment.
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