Semi Senior/Senior Accountant - Accountancy Practice
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- England,London,City of London
- full-time
- £38,000 - £40,000 per annum
Job Description:
Are you ready to step up into a dynamic, hybrid-working role where your leadership, technical expertise, and client management skills can shine? We’re seeking a Semi Senior/Senior Accountant to join our forward-thinking accountancy practice in London.
This opportunity is offered on a hybrid basis with 3 days in the office and 2 from home. We are looking for two candidates who have the ability to work in a fast paced environment, adhering to tight deadlines whilst driving the team forward by providing strong communication and leadership skills.
Key responsibilities:
* *Training and guiding junior staff, including direct reports and broader team support.
*Acting as a role model through professionalism, conduct, and technical expertise
*Liaising with clients to manage VAT returns, ensuring work is delegated, reviewed, and submitted on time—keeping clients informed well in advance of deadlines.
*Handling ad-hoc client queries with clarity and efficiency.
*Drafting accounts and ensuring high standards of accuracy.
*Managing workflows using CCH workflow software and proactively updating tasks, especially during managerial absences.
*Assisting with billing targets and supporting workflow management across teams.
*Providing training on accounting software to enhance team capabilities.
*Managing bookkeepers’ schedules and time allocation.
*Proactively supporting managers with tasks and sharing your expertise where needed.
Key Skills: *Previous experience working within an accountancy practice.
*ACA/ACCA part-qualified or finalist.
*Excellent communication skills to liaise effectively with clients and team members.
*Strong organizational abilities to manage deadlines and workflows proactively.
*Any prior managerial or supervisory experience is a bonus.
*Proficiency in accounting software (experience with CCH workflow tools is advantageous).
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This opportunity is offered on a hybrid basis with 3 days in the office and 2 from home. We are looking for two candidates who have the ability to work in a fast paced environment, adhering to tight deadlines whilst driving the team forward by providing strong communication and leadership skills.
Key responsibilities:
* *Training and guiding junior staff, including direct reports and broader team support.
*Acting as a role model through professionalism, conduct, and technical expertise
*Liaising with clients to manage VAT returns, ensuring work is delegated, reviewed, and submitted on time—keeping clients informed well in advance of deadlines.
*Handling ad-hoc client queries with clarity and efficiency.
*Drafting accounts and ensuring high standards of accuracy.
*Managing workflows using CCH workflow software and proactively updating tasks, especially during managerial absences.
*Assisting with billing targets and supporting workflow management across teams.
*Providing training on accounting software to enhance team capabilities.
*Managing bookkeepers’ schedules and time allocation.
*Proactively supporting managers with tasks and sharing your expertise where needed.
Key Skills: *Previous experience working within an accountancy practice.
*ACA/ACCA part-qualified or finalist.
*Excellent communication skills to liaise effectively with clients and team members.
*Strong organizational abilities to manage deadlines and workflows proactively.
*Any prior managerial or supervisory experience is a bonus.
*Proficiency in accounting software (experience with CCH workflow tools is advantageous).
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Job number 1817524
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Company Details:
Absolute Recruit
Company size: 10–19 employees
Industry: Accountancy
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