Senior Accountant

Michael Page; Abbey Gate; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Michael Page seeks a Senior Accountant to support the accounts and tax affairs of a key client portfolio. You will prepare statutory and management accounts, oversee bookkeeping, and provide tax guidance while supporting budgeting and forecasting.

The role requires ACA/ACCA or equivalent, strong technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Hybrid working arrangements are offered with competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and tax regulations.
• Experience in preparing financial statements and managing accounts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review statutory accounts and management accounts for clients.
• Oversee bookkeeping and ensure accurate financial record-keeping.
• Provide expert advice on tax compliance and planning.
• Support clients with budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Manage VAT returns and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Collaborate with clients to resolve financial queries and concerns.
• Assist with audits and liaise with external auditors as needed.
• Mentor junior team members and provide guidance on technical accounting matters.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Tax regulations

Financial statements

Client liaison

Attention to detail

Education

ACA/ACCA or equivalent

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Our client is seeking a Senior Accountant to help support the accounts and tax affairs of a key client portfolio.

Client Details

Our client is a well known accountancy practice based nearby to Chatham. They have gone from strength to strength and are looking to bolster their accounts department.

Description

• Prepare and review statutory accounts and management accounts for clients.
• Oversee bookkeeping and ensure accurate financial record-keeping.
• Provide expert advice on tax compliance and planning.
• Support clients with budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Manage VAT returns and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Collaborate with clients to resolve financial queries and concerns.
• Assist with audits and liaise with external auditors as needed.
• Mentor junior team members and provide guidance on technical accounting matters.

Profile

A successful Senior Accountant should have:

• A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, or equivalent).
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting principles and tax regulations.
• Experience in preparing financial statements and managing accounts.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication skills to liaise effectively with clients and team members.
• The ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and attention to detail.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from 40,000 to 50,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid working.