Overview
In this role you will lead key accounting processes within a top accountancy firm’s Business Services Team, delivering accurate statutory and management reporting for corporate and not-for-profit clients. You will drive month-end and year-end closes, support audits, and strengthen controls to support growth and governance. The role offers strategic impact through financial modeling, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration in a dynamic, professional environment. A clear focus is on reliable financial performance and process excellence within UK GAAP and IFRS.
Pay / Benefits
- hybrid working
- private healthcare
- 24 hour GP
- gym access
- central London location with easy Tube access
Responsibilities
- Lead end-of-month and year-end closing processes with accuracy and timeliness
- Prepare and review statutory financial statements under UK GAAP and IFRS
- Deliver management accounts with variance analysis, cash flow forecasts, and KPI reporting
- Collaborate with stakeholders on budgeting, cost allocation, and financial planning
- Support internal and external audits by providing documentation and implementing recommendations
- Strengthen financial controls and ensure regulatory compliance
- Identify and implement process improvements to boost efficiency and reduce risk
- Mentor and develop junior accounting staff
- Contribute to forecasting, budgeting, and financial modeling initiatives
- Ensure compliance with company policies, tax regulations, and data protection standards
Key requirements
- ACCA/ACA – Chartered Accountant
- 3 A levels or equivalent (120 UCAS points)
- GCSE English and Maths at B grade/Level 6 or above
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a senior accounting role in corporate or professional services
- Expertise in financial reporting, month-end close, and statutory compliance
- In-depth knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, and corporate tax regulations
- Proficiency in Sage, QuickBooks and CaseWare with advanced Excel
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and cross-team collaboration skills
- excellent communication
- interpersonal skills
- collaboration across teams
- Sage
- QuickBooks
- CaseWare
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