Senior Accountant

Talantir; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognism, a London-based growth company, seeks a Senior Accountant to manage key financial and operational accounting responsibilities reporting to the Director of Accounting. The role is hybrid, requiring three days in the London office with flexibility to work remotely on other days.

You will own month-end close, balance sheets, analytics, audits, process improvements, and cross-functional business partnering with Marketing, Legal, HR, and finance systems teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience including month-end close.
• Qualified CA/CIMA/ACCA or equivalent.
• Big 4 background required; tech/SaaS experience desired.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with Netsuite is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monthly accounting: preparation of entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Reporting: managing the preparation of monthly analytical reviews.
• Audit & Certification Management: liaise and support external auditors.
• Process Improvement: reviewing and implementing process improvements and documenting all internal controls processes.
• Project Management: contribute to executing and delivering on team projects, supporting wider finance with ad-hoc initiatives.
• Regulatory Expertise: supporting the business with new initiatives by providing accounting input and oversight.
• Business partnering: collaborating with Marketing/Legal/HR/Business/Financial systems teams.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Strong communication

Problem solving

Detail-oriented

English fluency

Education

CA / CIMA / ACCA qualification

Tools

Netsuite

Job description

Who Are We

Cognism is the leading provider of European B2B data and sales intelligence. Ambitious businesses of every size use our platform to discover, connect, and engage with qualified decision-makers faster and close more deals. Headquartered in London with global offices, Cognism’s contact data and contextual signals are trusted by thousands of revenue teams to eliminate the guesswork from prospecting.

Our Work Model

Hybrid: This is a hybrid role, requiring you to work from our London office 3 days per week, with flexibility to work remotely on other days.

Your Role

As a senior member of the accounting team you will be responsible for supporting and managing key elements of the financial and operational accounting aspects of our business, reporting directly to the Director of Accounting.

Your Challenges & Opportunities

• M onthly Accounting: Preparation of entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Reporting: Managing the preparation of monthly analytical reviews.
• Audit & Certification Management: Liaise and support external auditors.
• Process Improvement: Reviewing and implementing process improvements and documenting all our internal controls processes.
• Project Management: Contribute to executing and delivering on team projects. Supporting the wider finance team/business with other ad-hoc projects.
• Regulatory Expertise: Supporting the business in launching new initiatives by providing appropriate accounting support & oversight.
• Business partnering and collaboration: Working with our Marketing/Legal/HR/Business/Financial systems teams.

Our Expectations

• Professional Experience - 5 years’ experience in Accounting. Strong skills in Excel and previous experience using Netsuite a plus
• Regulatory Knowledge - Qualified CA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent
• Industry Background - Big 4 experience required. Prior experience in a tech company, SaaS, or start-up environment is highly desirable.
• Ownership & Communication - Ability to manage and meet strict and multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Problem-Solving Mindset - Proactive, solution-oriented, and adaptable to a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Detail-Oriented & Organised - Strong organisational skills with a keen eye for accuracy and compliance best practices.
• Fluency in English - Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

WHY COGNISM

At Cognism, we’re not just building a company - we’re building an inclusive community of brilliant, diverse people who support, challenge, and inspire each other every day. If you’re looking for a place where your work truly makes an impact, you’re in the right spot!

Our values aren’t just words on a page—they guide how we work, how we treat each other, and how we grow together. They shape our culture, drive our success, and ensure that everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to do their best work.

At Cognism, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and supportive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals typically underrepresented in tech, so if this role excites you but you’re unsure if you meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply!

Here’s What We Stand For

• We Own the Outcome Together.
• We Deeply Understand our Customers.
• We Celebrate Impact Wherever It Comes From.