Senior Accountant

Our client is a fast-growing workplace furniture company redefining commercial interiors through intelligent design, acoustic innovation, and modern aesthetics. With a flagship showroom in London and a head office in Beaconsfield, they partner with architects, designers, and businesses across the UK to deliver inspiring, future-focused workspaces.

They are now seeking a commercially minded Senior Accountant to lead and bring their finance function in-house from its current offshore setup. This is a hands-on leadership role that will report directly to the CEO and Founder, owning all aspects of financial management, reporting, and strategic insight.

**This role is based in Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, and candidates must live locally or within a commutable distance.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver accurate, timely monthly management accounts and KPI reporting
• Provide P&L analysis and financial commentary to the CEO and senior leadership
• Oversee day-to-day financial operations, including general ledger, journals, accruals, and reconciliations
• Manage offshore bookkeeping team and lead transition of finance function in-house
• Own PAYE processing, pensions, and payroll-related reconciliations
• Oversee VAT returns and ensure compliance across UK, EU, and Switzerland
• Manage import/export accounting, customs duties, and European tax considerations
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning
• Collaborate across departments to improve margin visibility and operational performance
• Work with CRM systems (e.g. Zoho) and integrate financial data with operational tools
• Develop internal controls, reporting standards, and process improvements as we scale

Requirements

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified (or finalist with relevant experience)
• Local to Beaconsfield or surrounding areas (essential)
• Proven experience in a senior accounting role, ideally in a product-based or import/export business
• Experience working closely with a CEO, Founder, or Managing Director in a commercial environment
• High proficiency in Xero and Excel, with strong financial modelling and analysis skills
• Hands-on knowledge of PAYE, VAT returns, and payroll processes
• Familiarity with CRM and ERP systems (Zoho or similar)
• Strong understanding of VAT compliance across the UK, EU, and Switzerland
• Experience in international shipping, customs, and import tax is desirable
• Meticulous attention to detail with a solutions-oriented mindset
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced, design-led environment with evolving processes

Nice to Have

• Background in commercial interiors, design, or manufacturing
• Experience managing remote or offshore finance teams
• Familiarity with multi-currency consolidation and intercompany transactions

What We Offer

• A senior, high-impact role with real influence on business performance
• The opportunity to lead financial strategy in a growing, design-driven company
• Close collaboration with company leadership and cross-functional teams
• A vibrant workplace with a flagship showroom and innovative products
• Competitive salary based on experience

Please note that we will only contact those candidates that we assess as suitable for the positions we have currently available based on their experience, training, and skills. If we do not have anything suitable, we will not keep your CV for more than 30 days.

As an equal opportunity employer, Bucks and Berks Recruitment is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.