Company Description OD ACCOUNTANTS LIMITED is a growing accounting practice based at The Pillbox, 115 Coventry Road, London. The firm provides a range of professional accounting and compliance services to clients across various sectors, with a focus on high-quality statutory reporting and advice. Located near Shoreditch, the company benefits from a dynamic local business environment and a diverse client base. Team members work in a collaborative setting while maintaining professional independence and responsibility for their own portfolios. The firm values flexibility, professional integrity, and continuous development in line with UK accounting and audit standards.
Role Description This is a part-time, hybrid role for an experienced UK ACA or ACCA-qualified (or equivalent) Accountant, based primarily in Shoreditch with some flexibility to work from home. The role focuses on statutory accounts review, including reviewing working papers, trial balances, and draft financial statements prepared by more junior team members or outsourced providers. You will ensure that statutory accounts comply with UK GAAP, Companies Act requirements, and relevant disclosure standards, and provide clear review points and feedback to preparers. Day-to-day tasks include performing technical reviews, identifying accounting and disclosure issues, suggesting practical solutions, and finalising accounts for partner sign-off. You may also liaise directly with clients to clarify queries, manage timelines, and support year-end processes, while maintaining strong documentation and version control. The role offers flexibility in hours and scheduling, while still requiring reliability, timely communication, and occasional in-person collaboration in the Shoreditch office.
Qualifications
* Professional accounting qualifications: UK-recognised ACA or ACCA (or equivalent), with strong post-qualification experience in statutory accounts and compliance.
* Technical expertise: In-depth knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS 102 / FRS 105), Companies Act requirements, and statutory disclosure rules for small and medium-sized entities.
* Review and quality control skills: Proven ability to review working papers, trial balances, and financial statements, identify errors or omissions, and provide clear, constructive review points.
* Practice and client experience: Background in an accounting practice environment, including experience dealing directly with clients and managing multiple assignments and deadlines.
* Analytical and problem-solving skills: Strong numerical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret complex accounting issues and propose practical solutions.
* Communication and collaboration: Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to give feedback to junior team members and collaborate effectively with partners and colleagues.
* Technology proficiency: Comfortable using cloud-based accounting and compliance software, spreadsheet tools, and secure document-sharing platforms.
* Work style and flexibility: Ability to work independently, manage your own workload, and operate effectively in a hybrid model combining office-based and