Senior Accountant

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.

Apply today to find out more about this opportunity.

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