Senior Accountant

Pertemps; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organisation in Essex is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage financial operations and ensure compliance. This role offers opportunities for professional development in a friendly environment, with responsibilities that include preparing financial statements, leading close processes, and mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills, be qualified in ACA, ACCA, or CIMA, and have extensive experience in UK accounting standards.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Professional development opportunities

Friendly and supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a UK accountancy role.
• Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards and tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Manage accounting operations including accounts payable and receivable.
• Lead month-end and year-end close processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Organizational abilities

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA accountant

Tools

Sage

QuickBooks

Xero

Job description

“The best accountants are the architects of financial legacies.” – Laura Anderson

Sheridan Maine isseeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Accountant to join a growing finance team in Essex. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and supporting strategic financial planning.

Key Responsibilities:
-Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
-Manage and oversee daily accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger.
-Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and internal policies.
-Lead month-end and year-end close processes.
-Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
-Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff.
-Collaborate with auditors and provide necessary documentation.
-Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency.

Requirements:
-Qualified ACA, ACCA, or CIMA accountant.
-Minimum 2 years experience in a UK accountancy role.
-Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role.
-Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards and tax regulations.
-Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks, or Xero).
-Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
-Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
-Effective communication and team leadership skills.

Benefits:
-Competitive salary package.
-25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
-Professional development opportunities.
-Friendly and supportive team environment.

If you're ready to take on a new challenge and make a difference in a leading organisation, we want to hear from you! Please click on “apply” as soon as possible.

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

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