Senior Accountant Job Vacancy
We are looking for a dedicated and accomplished Senior Accountant to join a dynamic accounting team in Croydon. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial information, as well as providing strategic financial guidance to support business decisions for a loyal portfolio of varied clients.
We're seeking an accountant (likely ACA or ACCA qualified or QBE) who can manage and oversee the day-to-day tasks and deadlines for the accounting portfolio, prepare financial statements, reports and budgets and ensure compliance with accounting principles and local regulations.
You'll also be experiences in leading and mentoring junior members and offering creative solutions for process improvements and efficiencies.
If you possess all of these skills, alongside a general accounting and tax skillset, our team of friendly recruitment consultants would be delighted to hear from you today.
JobPurpose
- Plan, prepare, and review accounts for Sole Traders, Partnerships, and Limited companies.
- Preparation and review of tax computations.
- Oversight of client bookkeeping.
- Oversight of VAT provision,
- Management accounting.
- Financial statements.
- Payroll and pensions.
- 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
At this firm of accountants in London, your professional development is a priority. This employer offers continuous learning opportunities, mentorship programs, and a career path tailored to your aspirations. As a part of their team, you'll have access to cutting-edge technologies and challenging projects that will not only enhance your skills but also accelerate your career growth.
Benefit from:
- £35,000 - £45,000 per annum
- Full time, permanent position
- Continued professional development
- A comprehensive suite of wellbeing benefits
- Flexible working considered
- Enhanced company pension
- Generous annual leave
- Inclusive company values
- Study support
- Wellbeing perks
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 Croydon and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.