Semi Senior Accountant

Absolute Recruit; London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking accountancy practice as a Semi Senior Accountant in London. In this hybrid role, you will mentor junior staff, manage VAT processes, and work with diverse clients in the Media and Entertainment sectors. Perfect for those looking to advance in their accounting career within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Experience working in accountancy practice is essential.
• Strong communication skills for client interaction.
• Leadership or supervisory experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Training and mentoring junior staff.
• Managing VAT processes efficiently.
• Drafting accounts with high accuracy.

Skills

Communication

Organisational Skills

Leadership

Education

ACA/ACCA part-qualified or finalist

Previous experience in an accountancy practice

Tools

CCH workflow software

Job description

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Join our dynamic London-based accountancy client portfolio, mentor junior staff, and practice as a Semi Senior Accountant.

We’re looking for a Semi Senior or Senior Accountant to join our forward-thinking accountancy practice in London. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their career within a dynamic team environment.

The role offers hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 from home) and the chance to work with an exciting portfolio of clients across the Media, Entertainment, and Creative agency sectors.

You’ll need to thrive in a fast-paced setting, be confident managing deadlines, and bring strong communication and organisational skills to the table.

Key Responsibilities:

• Training and supporting junior staff, offering guidance and mentoring across the wider team.
• Acting as a role model through professionalism, conduct, and technical expertise.
• Managing VAT return processes from delegation to review and timely submission, keeping clients well-informed throughout.
• Handling ad-hoc client queries with clarity and efficiency.
• Drafting accounts with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Managing tasks using CCH workflow software, ensuring clear progress updates—especially during managerial absences.
• Supporting billing targets and helping manage workflows across the team.
• Delivering training on accounting software to improve team capability.
• Overseeing bookkeepers’ time management and allocation.
• Working closely with managers and offering proactive support where needed.
  
  

Key Skills:

• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice.
• ACA/ACCA part-qualified or finalist.
• Strong communication skills for effective client and team interaction.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and multitask effectively.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience is advantageous.
• Comfortable using accounting software; experience with CCH workflow tools is a plus.
  
  

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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