Accountant

Sheridan Maine (Midlands); Wimborne Minster; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheridan Maine is collaborating with a well-established organisation to recruit an Accountant to join their growing finance team in Wimborne Minster. This role offers opportunities to develop in a supportive environment with exposure to a varied client portfolio and broad financial reporting responsibilities.

You'll work alongside property and finance professionals, delivering statutory accounts, interim reports, budgets, reconciliations, and onboarding new clients.

Qualifications

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification (or actively studying towards one).
• Experience in accounting or financial reporting roles.
• Experience in practice or property accounting is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise workload.
• Strong communication with both finance and non-finance stakeholders.
• Advanced Excel skills and solid MS Office knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Preparing year-end statutory and client accounts.
• Producing interim financial reports and supporting regular reporting requirements.
• Assisting with budgeting and review with operational teams.
• Completing reconciliations and keeping records accurate.
• Onboarding new client portfolios and validating financial information.
• Building relationships with internal stakeholders and clients.
• Assisting with ad hoc reporting and finance projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualification or studying towards one

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sheridan Maine is delighted to be partnering with a highly regarded and established organisation to recruit an Accountant to join their growing finance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to develop their career within a collaborative and supportive environment. You'll gain exposure to a varied client portfolio, take ownership of financial reporting responsibilities, and work alongside experienced property and finance professionals who are committed to delivering an exceptional service.

Whether you're already experienced in service charge accounting or looking to apply your accounting knowledge in a specialist sector, this role offers genuine long-term career development.

The Role

Working within a busy client accounting team, you'll be responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting and maintaining high standards of client service across a diverse portfolio.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing year-end statutory and client accounts
• Producing interim financial reports and supporting regular reporting requirements
• Assisting with the preparation and review of budgets alongside operational teams
• Completing reconciliations and ensuring financial records are accurate and up to date
• Supporting the onboarding of new client portfolios and validating financial information
• Building strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and clients
• Assisting with ad hoc reporting and finance projects as required

What We're Looking For

We're keen to hear from candidates who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and have a proactive, solutions-focused approach.

You'll ideally have:

• ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification (or be actively studying towards one)
• Previous experience within an accounting or financial reporting role
• Practice or property accounting experience would be advantageous but isn't essential
• Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• The ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise your workload effectively
• Strong communication skills with confidence working with both finance and non-finance stakeholders
• Advanced Excel skills and good knowledge of Microsoft Office

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Ongoing professional development and study support (where applicable)
• A friendly and collaborative team environment
• Genuine opportunities for career progression
• Exposure to a varied and interesting client portfolio

You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.