Accountant

Hays PLC; Sevenoaks; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm is looking for an experienced accountant to join their team in Sevenoaks, focusing on high-growth start-ups in the tech sector. The role involves preparing accounts under UK GAAP, providing advisory services, and building client relationships while enjoying a hybrid working environment with flexible hours.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Flexible hours

Generous holiday allowance

Fast-paced, collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing accounts under UK GAAP.
• Background with start-ups or entrepreneurial clients.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the accounts team to deliver high-quality work.
• Prepare complex accounts for review.
• Support clients in funding applications and valuations.

Skills

Preparing accounts

Communication

Relationship-building

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

Are you ready to work with cutting-edge SaaS and life sciences clients?

Your new company

Our client is a progressive and fast-growing firm that blends deep financial expertise with a personal, client-focused approach. Their talented team brings a wealth of experience and accessibility, enabling them to truly understand their clients' ambitions and support them in achieving their goals.

They offer a comprehensive suite of integrated, innovative, and value-driven services across accounting, tax, and corporate finance. These solutions empower businesses, investors, and private clients to make smarter, more informed decisions.

Your new role

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a vibrant team working with high-growth start-ups, seed-stage ventures, and entrepreneurial clients in the tech sector-including software, SaaS, and life sciences. In this role, you will:

• Collaborate within the accounts team to deliver high-quality work and provide an advisory-led service to clients.
• Take ownership of preparing complex accounts under UK GAAP for review by partners and directors.
• Support clients with funding applications, due diligence processes, and business valuations.
• Prepare financial statements, reports, and other assignments as required.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and third parties.
• Contribute to business development by promoting the firm's services to existing and prospective clients

What you'll need to succeed

• Strong experience in preparing accounts under UK GAAP.
• A background in working with start-ups or entrepreneurial clients, ideally within the tech or life sciences sectors.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive and advisory-led mindset.
• ACA/ACCA qualification (or equivalent) is preferred but not essential.

What you'll get in return

• Hybrid working
  - enjoy flexibility with a mix of office and remote work.
• Flexible hours
  - designed to support work-life balance.
• Fast-paced, collaborative culture
  - with no expectation of overtime.
• Generous holiday allowance•

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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