Senior Accountant

Dynamic Group Ltd; Radlett; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dynamic Group Ltd, based in Radlett, Hertfordshire, is seeking a Senior Management Accountant to own the finance function and drive strategic decision-making. This fully office-based role requires reliable commuting to the Radlett office and hands-on leadership of financial operations.

You will oversee monthly management accounts, payroll, CIS/vat compliance, and reporting to senior management, while continuously improving processes and controls to support business growth within the recruitment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Senior Management Accountant or Finance Manager role.
• Strong understanding of contractor payroll and CIS in recruitment.
• Excellent working knowledge of QuickBooks.
• Extensive experience with VAT and payroll compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts with variance analysis and commentary.
• Oversee payroll and contractor payments in a recruitment environment.
• Manage accounts receivable/payable incl. supplier payments and credit control.
• Prepare quarterly VAT returns and CIS submissions for HMRC.
• Identify and implement improvements to financial processes and controls.

Skills

Senior Accountant

Recruitment payroll

QuickBooks

VAT & CIS

Financial analysis

Education

ACCA/CIMA/ACA

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Senior Management Accountant (Office-Based)
Location: Radlett, Hertfordshire (Full-time, Office-Based no hybrid working)

About Dynamic Group

Dynamic Group is a growing specialist recruitment business based in Radlett, Hertfordshire. We operate across the Rail, Construction, and Utilities sectors, partnering with a strong portfolio of Principal Contractors and subcontractors. As part of our continued growth, we are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Senior Management Accountant to take ownership of the finance function and support strategic decision‑making.

Role Overview

The Senior Management Accountant will play a key leadership role within the business, taking full responsibility for the day-to-day financial operations as well as delivering accurate and timely management information. This position requires a proactive individual with strong technical expertise, particularly within the recruitment sector, and a thorough understanding of CIS and payroll processes.

This is a fully office-based role, and candidates must be able to reliably commute to our Radlett office.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Preparation and presentation of monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary
• Production of financial reports to support senior leadership with strategic decision‑making
• Maintenance of accurate financial records and ledgers
• Cash flow forecasting and ongoing financial planning

Payroll & Contractor Payments

• Preparation, review, and processing of weekly payroll (including contractor payroll within a recruitment environment)
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant payroll legislation and regulations
• Processing weekly payments to contractors and suppliers

Accounts Receivable & Payable

• Preparation and issuance of weekly sales invoices
• Credit control and debtor management
• Processing supplier invoices and managing payment runs
• Monitoring and recording company expenses

Tax & Compliance

• Preparation and submission of quarterly VAT returns
• Preparation and submission of monthly CIS returns, ensuring full compliance with HMRC requirements
• Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of relevant financial legislation and regulatory changes
• Supporting year‑end processes and liaising with external accountants/auditors

Systems & Process Improvement

• Utilising and maintaining accounting systems (including QuickBooks)
• Identifying and implementing improvements to financial processes and controls
• Ensuring efficient and scalable financial operations aligned with business growth

Stakeholder Management

• Working closely with directors and operational teams to provide financial insights
• Supporting business growth through financial analysis and commercial input

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience in a similar Senior Management Accountant or Finance Manager role
• Strong experience within the recruitment industry, with a clear understanding of contractor payroll and financial processes
• Excellent working knowledge of QuickBooks
• Extensive experience with CIS returns and payroll compliance
• Demonstrated ability to produce accurate and timely management accounts
• Strong understanding of VAT and general accounting principles
• High level of attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines independently
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Strong organisational and communication skills

Desirable

Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or actively studying towards qualification

Experience working with international operations, particularly within Germany or other European markets

Additional Requirements

This is a fully office-based position (no hybrid working)

Candidates must be able to commute to Radlett, Hertfordshire on a daily basis