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Senior Accountant

Job in Ascot, Berkshire, SL5 0, England, UK
Listing for: HAYS
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-15
Job specializations:
  • Finance & Banking
    Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance, Accounting Manager
  • Accounting
    Financial Reporting, Accounting & Finance, Senior Accountant, Accounting Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 45000 GBP Yearly GBP 45000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Senior Accountant

Company Accountant - SME Environment

Location:

Ascot (5 days on-site)
Salary:
Up to £45,000
Are you an experienced, hands on Company Accountant looking to take ownership of day to day finance operations within a growing SME?
A well established business in Ascot is seeking a proactive and commercially minded accountant to join their team full time in the office.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a close knit environment, enjoys variety, and wants to be at the heart of an organisation's financial operations.
What You'll Be Doing

  • Managing daily accounting operations including AP, AR, bank reconciliations, journals, and month end tasks
  • Producing accurate financial reports to support leadership decision making
  • Handling VAT returns and ensuring compliance with UK accounting standards
  • Managing UK movement of goods processes including documentation, compliance, and cost tracking
  • Overseeing cashflow and supporting budgeting and forecasting
  • Working closely with operational teams to streamline processes and improve financial visibility
  • Supporting year end preparation and liaising with external accountants
What We're Looking For
  • Experience in an SME finance environment where you've been involved in broad, hands on accounting
  • Strong operational accounting skills with confidence managing day to day finance
  • Proficiency with Xero (essential)
  • Solid VAT knowledge and experience with UK movement of goods
  • A relevant accounting qualification (AAT, ACCA, CIMA - part qualified or qualified)
  • A proactive, detail driven mindset with the ability to work independently
  • Comfort working on site full time in a collaborative office environment
What's On Offer
  • Salary up to £45,000 depending on experience
  • A stable, supportive SME environment where your work genuinely makes an impact
  • Full ownership of the finance function with room to shape processes
  • A friendly, close knit team culture based in a beautiful Ascot location
What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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