Senior Accountant (Accountancy Practice)

Sheridan Maine - Accounting, Audit & Tax Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Diverse client portfolio

Supportive working environment

Career development opportunities

Exposure to accounting and taxation

Job summary

Sheridan Maine is recruiting a Senior Accountant for a North London accountancy practice. You will manage statutory accounts, prepare tax computations and manage client relationships across a diverse client portfolio.

This is a full-time, permanent role offering development opportunities and exposure to UK accounting standards. Ideal candidates are ACA/ACCA qualified or qualified by experience, with strong technical knowledge and the ability to manage deadlines and explain complex accounting

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified or qualified by experience with a strong background in practice.
• Experience working within a UK accountancy practice environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of statutory accounts preparation and UK accounting standards (FRS 102).
• Experience managing or working with a portfolio of clients.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review statutory accounts for a varied portfolio of clients (limited companies, partnerships, sole traders).
• Produce management accounts and financial statements per relevant standards.
• Prepare corporation tax computations and returns, ensuring compliance with current legislation.
• Review bookkeeping records and VAT returns; liaise with HMRC as needed.
• Manage client queries and provide accounting and taxation advice.
• Support year-end accounting processes and deadlines.

Skills

Excellent communication

Client-focused

Organisational skills

Time management

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified or QBE in practice

Job description

Senior Accountant | Accountancy Practice | London | Up to £60k p.a. | Permanent | Full-time

“The secret of getting ahead is getting started.” – Mark Twain

Sheridan Maine is delighted to be recruiting for a Senior Accountant to join an established and reputable accountancy practice based in North London.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice professional looking to take the next step in their career. Working with a varied portfolio of clients across a range of industries, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality accounting and financial reporting services, while developing strong client relationships.

The role offers a broad range of responsibilities, providing the opportunity to further develop your technical expertise and play an important part in supporting clients with their accounting and business requirements.

Key responsibilities of the Senior Accountant:

• Prepare and review statutory accounts for a varied portfolio of clients, including limited companies, partnerships and sole traders.
• Produce management accounts and financial statements in accordance with relevant accounting standards.
• Prepare corporation tax computations and returns, ensuring compliance with current legislation.
• Review bookkeeping records, VAT returns and supporting financial information.
• Manage client queries and provide advice on accounting and taxation matters.
• Liaise with HMRC and other external parties as required.
• Support year-end accounting processes and ensure statutory deadlines are met.
• Identify opportunities to improve client accounting processes and reporting.
• Work closely with colleagues to ensure an efficient and high-quality service is delivered.
• Assist with ad hoc accounting and advisory assignments as required.

To be considered for this Senior Accountant opportunity:

• ACA or ACCA qualified, or qualified by experience with a strong background in practice.
• Proven experience working within a UK accountancy practice environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of statutory accounts preparation and UK accounting standards, including FRS 102.
• Good understanding of corporation tax, VAT and associated compliance requirements.
• Experience managing or working with a portfolio of clients.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and client-focused approach.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• A proactive and collaborative attitude with excellent attention to detail.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Supportive and professional working environment.
• Opportunities for ongoing career development and progression.
• Exposure to a broad range of accounting and taxation work.

If you are an experienced Accountant looking to further your career in practice accountancy, Sheridan Maine would be pleased to hear from you.

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

Due to the high volume of applications, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.