Accounts Senior

Accounts Senior

Central London

Hybrid working / Private Healthcare

Industry: Accounting

Salary: £50,000 – £55,000

We are delighted to partner with a Top 30 accountancy firm who are recruiting a detail-oriented and qualified Accounts Senior to join their finance team, playing a critical role in maintaining financial accuracy, compliance and operational efficiency.

This role will be to provide quality accounting and cloud advisory services to clients within the Business Services Team, with a particular focus on corporates and not-for-profit organisations.

This position is central to the preparation of statutory and management accounts, month-end and year-end close processes, and audit readiness. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in UK GAAP and IFRS, along with professional qualifications such as ACCA, ACA or Chartered Accountant status.

You will lead financial reporting, strengthen internal controls, drive process improvements and mentor junior staff. This role offers a strategic opportunity to influence financial performance, support business growth and contribute to long-term organisational success within a dynamic and professional environment.

• Lead end-of-month and year-end closing processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and compliance.
• Prepare and review statutory financial statements in line with UK GAAP and IFRS standards.
• Deliver insightful management accounts, including variance analysis, cash flow forecasts and KPI reporting.
• Collaborate with departmental stakeholders on budgeting, cost allocation and financial planning.
• Support internal and external audits by providing documentation, resolving queries and implementing recommendations.
• Strengthen financial controls and ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks and corporate governance.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce risk and streamline operations.
• Mentor and develop junior accounting team members, promoting professional growth and team excellence.
• Contribute to forecasting, budgeting and financial modelling initiatives across the finance function.
• Uphold adherence to company policies, tax regulations and data protection standards.

• Professional qualification in ACCA, ACA or Chartered Accountant (full membership or final stages).
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a senior accounting role within a corporate or professional services setting.
• Demonstrated expertise in financial reporting, month-end close and statutory compliance.
• In-depth knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS and corporate tax regulations.
• Proficiency in accounting systems such as Sage, Xero, SAP or Oracle, with advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical abilities, problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience in audit coordination and regulatory reporting is highly advantageous.

• Competitive salary up to £55k
• Hybrid working and flexible working benefits
• Excellent company benefits package including private healthcare and 24 hour GP

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