About The Firm
A Top 100 firm based in GLASGOW with several partners across bordering states. Providing high-quality accounting, taxation, auditing and advisory services that help each client achieve their goals.
Provide advice to a complex client base, manage relationships and learn a variety of technical skills and work on national and international business.
About The Role
We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated SENIOR ACCOUNTANT with a strong background in accounting as well as experience working in a PRACTICE setting. This position will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of accounting and financial management, including financial reporting and budgeting.
Responsibilities:
- Interact with and manage clients. Client facing role immediately – meeting with companies over £200 million in revenue, providing and learning accounting advice.
- Oversee all aspects of the company's accounting and financial management, including financial reporting, budgeting, and tax compliance.
- Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
- Learn and implement financial modelling and forecasting.
- Stay up-to-date with accounting and finance best practices, regulations, and standards to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement.
- Coordinate with external auditors, tax authorities, and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
- Manage a team of accounting professionals, including setting goals, providing feedback, and ensuring deadlines are met.
- Provide strategic financial advice and support to management to help drive business growth and profitability.
- Stay up-to-date with accounting and finance best practices, regulations, and standards to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or equivalent experience
- ACCA, ACA, CIMA qualification, or currently studying
- 2 Years+ of experience in accounting and financial reporting, preferably in UK Public Practice
- Has FULL working rights in the UK and will NOT require sponsorship
- Strong communication skills, adept at engaging with internal and external stakeholders at all levels
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, and standards.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Perks
- No time-sheets
- Paid Time Off: 35 days paid Holiday Leave
- Work from home policy, allow school pick up and drop off
Comprehensive ACCA study support
- Three-month salary & performance reviews
- Tailored, hands-on training from Ex-Big 4 partners.
- Monthly external training plus regular office sessions & catch-ups
- Parking and bus stop on the doorstep.
- Progressive & cloud-focused firm investing in technology & your development
- Social environment, and numerous staff events
- Weekly lunch group exercise classes and social events.
- Fully comprehensive Healthcare plan, including hospital cover, dental & vision