Senior Accountant

Job Overview

An opportunity for a Senior Accountant is available within a modernised accountancy practice in Central London. The medium‑sized firm has grown significantly this year and is looking to continue its growth by onboarding an ambitious part‑qualified or qualified accountant who can progress with them.

This practice prides itself on its service to clients, empowering businesses and ensuring meaningful prosperity. It is a great opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to further themselves within a trusted and forward‑thinking practice.

• Accounts preparation and review – preparing and reviewing statutory accounts for limited companies, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements while identifying opportunities to improve financial performance and operational efficiency.
• Tax compliance and strategic planning – overseeing the preparation and submission of VAT and corporation tax returns, providing proactive tax planning and commercially focused advice to support tax‑efficient business decisions.
• Client relationship management – acting as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of clients, developing trusted relationships, managing day‑to‑day queries, and delivering tailored financial and commercial advice.
• Business consultancy and advisory – supporting business owners with strategic planning, management reporting, business structuring, cash flow forecasting, budgeting, financial analysis, and performance improvement initiatives; advising clients on growth, succession planning, acquisitions, disposals and long‑term value creation.
• Team leadership and development – supervising, mentoring and reviewing the work of junior accountants and trainees, providing technical guidance and supporting their professional development.
• Practice growth and value‑added services – identifying opportunities to enhance client service through additional advisory offerings, helping clients make informed commercial decisions and achieve sustainable growth.

• Must be at least part ACA/ACCA qualified; being fully qualified is advantageous.
• Minimum of 3 years UK practice experience.
• Previous experience preparing Statutory Accounts, CT600s, Partnership returns and ITRs (Self‑Assessments).
• Experience supervising and assisting juniors.
• Preferable but not essential: experience using accounts production software such as CCH, MyWorkpapers, Sage, Xero, etc.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Able to commute to Central London.

• Salary: £45,000 – £60,000, dependent on experience.
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays; birthday off and option to purchase additional holiday.
• All commute costs covered.
• Onsite chef providing free breakfast and lunch (Mon‑Fri 7:30am‑4:30pm).
• One day a week WFH.
• Excellent office environment with latest tech and a vibrant team.
• Statutory pension and sick pay.
• Study support available; consistent training and CPD opportunities.