Practice Senior Accountant

Our client are a well-established, growing accountancy practice group of 9 firms across the UK with a developing international footprint including the UAE. They are looking for a Senior Qualified Accountant with UK Practice experience to join the team at their London Head Office.This is a key role focused on client interaction and mentoring the team, based in India, ensuring smooth operations, managing profitability, and driving innovation and efficiency.Key Responsibilities:

• Review and sign off financial statements.
• Lead the practice's profitability, operations, and compliance.
• Drive forward key projects, including preparation for MTD for ITSA.
• Oversee monthly/quarterly financial functions for the practice.
• Manage annual reviews, holiday approvals, and training for the team.
• Attend quarterly leadership meetings.
• Lead client onboarding and AML processes.
• Liaise with suppliers and oversee billing/WIP reporting.

Ideal Candidate

• UK Practice experience is a must
• ACA or ACCA qualified (QBE candidates also considered)
• Strong leadership and operational management experience
• Tech-savvy and enthusiastic about software and automation
• Excellent interpersonal and mentoring skills
• Organised, proactive, and commercially minded

Experience with the following is beneficial but not essential:QuickBooks, Xero, Dext, Inform Direct, TaxCalc, BrightManager, BrightPay