TPF Recruitment, Kent's leading accountancy practice recruitment agency, is seeking an Accounts Senior to join a thriving firm of chartered accountants in Rochester, Kent. Due to continued growth, the firm is looking for an experienced Senior Accountant with a background in accountancy practice to become part of their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of clients, including not-for-profit organisations such as charities and membership bodies, as well as some corporate clients.

The successful candidate will manage a full range of accounting tasks for sole traders, limited companies, and partnerships, covering accounts preparation, management accounts, tax, bookkeeping, and VAT.

Preparing management accounts to a year-end standard, including lead schedule reconciliations and wage journals
Collaborating with clients' teams on ad-hoc requests and preparing budgets
Completing quarterly VAT returns for clients
Monitoring and summarising monthly cash flow
Producing monthly reports, including detailed profit & loss statements, departmental analysis, variances, balance sheets, and updating forecasts, with a focus on transitioning from Excel reports to Power BI
Reviewing and coordinating budgets with all budget holders
Preparing and submitting returns to the Charity Commission
Conducting monthly meetings (in-person or virtual) to review management accounts and financial matters with national heads and the COO
Attending Finance Committee and Audit & Risk meetings throughout the year
Presenting financial updates at four annual Board meetings, including time for preparation.

Requirements

ACA/ ACA qualified, or qualified by experience
You will have substantial experience within practice, preparing accounts, management accounts, tax and other responsibilities for a mixed client base of sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.

Benefits

£35,000-£45,000 dependent on experience and background
Pension scheme
Group life assurance at 4x salary
Hybrid working available after probation
Generous long service awards
Additional holiday entitlement after 5 years, increasing by one day for each additional year of service (up to 5 extra days)
Quarterly social events and functions
Car parking permit
Access to our employee benefits portal, offering cashback and vouchers for everyday purchases
Employee Assistance Programme for support and wellbeing
Employee referral bonus – help us grow by recommending talented individuals
Ongoing training and development opportunities, supporting both your professional qualifications and personal aspirations
Please contact Tristan Finch for more information