Senior Accountant

MoneyWize Accountants & Tax Advisors

Lahore , Pakistan

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Moneywize is seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Accountant to join our well-established UK accounting practice. This senior position requires a candidate who can take full ownership of the accounts function, manage workflow efficiently, support the team, and ensure all work is completed accurately and submitted within deadlines. The role involves close collaboration with managers and directors, providing leadership and guidance to maintain high standards and improve processes within the accounts team.

Key Responsibilities
- Take overall responsibility for the accounts workflow and delivery across the team.
- Review, finalise, and approve accounts before submission to clients and relevant authorities.
- Allocate work effectively among team members based on workload, deadlines, and individual capabilities.
- Prepare and review accounts and working papers prepared by team members, providing constructive feedback.
- Ensure a consistent standard of work and maintain strong quality-control procedures.
- Handle complex accounting and client queries, offering guidance to the team.
- Monitor outstanding work and proactively follow up with team members to prevent delays.
- Track and ensure all statutory and client deadlines are met.
- Prepare and maintain monthly internal management reports on workflow, deadlines, outstanding jobs, and team performance.
- Identify bottlenecks and implement improvements to enhance the efficiency of the accounts function.
- Work closely with managers and directors, providing regular updates on workload, progress, and any issues.
- Assist with training, mentoring, and development of junior and senior team members.

Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a UK accounting practice.
- Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, VAT, Corporation Tax, and statutory accounts.
- Proven experience reviewing and finalising accounts prepared by others.
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritise workload effectively.
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
- Confident communication and client-management skills.
- Proficiency with accounting software such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, TaxCalc, IRIS, or similar platforms.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- ACA or ACCA qualification is preferred.
- This position is onsite, based in the UK.
- Salary is competitive and aligned with market standards.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a senior accounting professional to take a leadership position within a respected practice, contributing to both team success and client satisfaction. If you are motivated by responsibility, enjoy mentoring others, and thrive in a dynamic accounting environment, Moneywize welcomes your application.