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Semi Senior Accountant

Semi Senior Accountant

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Posted 3 days ago, valid for 7 days

London, Greater London EC2V7NQ, England

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

We are seeking a Semi Senior or Senior Accountant to join our accountancy practice in London.
The role offers a salary of £40,000 to £50,000 and requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in an accountancy practice.
This position includes hybrid working, with 3 days in the office and 2 days from home, and involves managing a diverse portfolio of clients in the Media, Entertainment, and Creative sectors.
Key responsibilities include training junior staff, managing VAT return processes, and ensuring accurate account drafting while providing excellent client support.
Candidates should be ACA/ACCA part-qualified or finalists, possess strong communication skills, and have previous leadership experience.

We’re looking for a Semi Senior or Senior Accountant to join our forward-thinking accountancy practice in London. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their career within a dynamic team environment. The role offers hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 from home) and the chance to work with an exciting portfolio of clients across the Media, Entertainment, and Creative agency sectors.You'll need to thrive in a fast-paced setting, be confident managing deadlines, and bring strong communication and organisational skills to the table.Key Responsibilities:

Training and supporting junior staff, offering guidance and mentoring across the wider team.
Acting as a role model through professionalism, conduct, and technical expertise.
Managing VAT return processes from delegation to review and timely submission, keeping clients well-informed throughout.
Handling ad-hoc client queries with clarity and efficiency.
Drafting accounts with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Managing tasks using CCH workflow software, ensuring clear progress updates—especially during managerial absences.
Supporting billing targets and helping manage workflows across the team.
Delivering training on accounting software to improve team capability.
Overseeing bookkeepers’ time management and allocation.
Working closely with managers and offering proactive support where needed.

Key Skills:

Previous experience working within an accountancy practice.
ACA/ACCA part-qualified or finalist.
Strong communication skills for effective client and team interaction.
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and multitask effectively.
Previous leadership or supervisory experience is advantageous.
Comfortable using accounting software; experience with CCH workflow tools is a plus.

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