Accountant (Assistant Manager) - Corporate Accounts

Overview
SRLV are a medium-sized firm of chartered accountants, business management specialists and corporate and private client advisors based in the West End, Central London. We work across a variety of industries from premium restaurants and prime property to international corporates, music, entertainment and sport. We are built on the principles of a family business, valuing relationships of trust with staff, clients and our professional network. We seek energetic, engaged individuals who want to be seen and respected as part of a high-quality service team.We celebrate diversity and language skills, with over 20 languages spoken in our workforce, bringing unique insights and fresh perspectives to our approach.Role and responsibilities
Managing all aspects of accounts preparation, including review of accounts files and financial statements disclosures, and supervising/overseeing work conducted by offshore and in-house staff.Providing advice, guidance and constructive feedback to junior team members, and updating senior managers/directors on progress.Delegate appropriately, with clear instructions to junior staff and monitoring workload.Overseeing workflow scheduling on each job, ensuring deadlines and targets are met.Manage client problems that arise and support other team members with basic client matters.Undertaking accounts preparation when necessary.Assist with management reporting and other specific reporting as required.Highlight and manage delivery issues to senior managers/directors and key staff.Manage WIP and provide regular updates on expected issues or overruns.Liaise with the tax department to ensure all information is available to prepare tax computations and other tax reports for clients.Coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless delivery of work and projects.Maintain solid technical knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS 102 1A and FRS 105) and continue CPD as appropriate.Work effectively on multiple jobs under time and budget constraints.Communicate with clients to resolve queries and maintain strong relationships.Carry out any other duties within the scope and purpose of the job.Key skills and qualities
Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to represent the firm positively to clients and staff.Strong technical, commercial and risk awareness, with the ability to recognise when to refer complex issues.Confidentiality and discretion at all times.Excellent IT skills and proficiency with software tools.Attention to detail and commitment to quality, with flexibility to support colleagues and manage own projects.Ability to work with managers and staff across the practice to deliver high-quality work on time.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage own workload with senior colleagues.Strong interpersonal skills for internal and external relationship-building and handling first-line issues confidently.Experience in guiding and providing feedback to junior staff.Qualifications and experience
Excellent knowledge of accounts disclosure for FRS 102 1A and FRS 105.Strong experience in reviewing statutory accounts.Current or recent experience within an accountancy practice.Experience with software packages including CaseWare Accounts, QuickBooks, XERO and SAGE.Benefits
Fantastic private medical insurance.26 days annual leave plus bank holidays and 3 additional days over the December holidays.Cashback scheme for medical expenses.Group life insurance.Mental and physical health support.Regular social events and office/team activities.Cycle to work scheme.Season ticket loans.Excellent office space in Fitzrovia.Additional information
9:30am–5:30pm, Monday to Friday.Flexible working: after probation period – 3 days in office per week (+).Seniority level
Mid-Senior levelEmployment type
Full-timeJob function
Accounting/AuditingIndustries
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