Senior Accountant

Company

This is a world-renowned architecture practice based in central London. They are behind reputable and award-winning commercial projects across several countries, making them a market leader in the design, building and construction industry.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to expand their UK team by recruiting a talented and newly qualified Senior Accountant to join their London office. This position will be based full-time in office, 5 days a week.

Role

The Senior Accountant for this established architecture practice based in Central London, will report into the Finance Manager and take ownership of project-led accounting, for major international developments, and financial reporting responsibilities. Working closely with project managers and senior stakeholders, key duties will include:

• Lead project accounting for large-scale international projects.
• Manage accounts receivable, billing, and debtor balances.
• Maintain fee forecasts and percentage-of-completion (POC) reporting.
• Manage budgets and forecasts, providing key analysis.
• Partner with project managers, attending regular meetings and producing finance reports.
• Maintain project and contract data within the project accounting system.
• Review reimbursable and travel costs to ensure accurate client recharge.
• Prepare intercompany invoices and support transfer pricing requirements.
• Assist with year-on-year variance analysis on trial balance accounts.
• Own month-end close, cash reporting, and wider finance team activities.

Profile

The ideal candidate for this Senior Accountant position, should have the following attributes:

• Newly Qualified Accountant (ACCA, ACA or CIMA) or Finalist level Accountant
• Strong practical experience in industry taking ownership of financial reporting & month-end processes.
• Architecture background (or similar project background) would be highly advantageous
• Confident with the use of Excel
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Experience with multiple currencies / international entities.

Salary & Benefits

£55,000 to £65,000 plus benefits:

• Pension scheme
• Discretionary bonus
• Full-time in office
• Private medical
• Career development plans

The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.