Senior Accountant

The Finance Department is looking for a motivated and proactive individual to fill the role of Senior Accountant.In this key role, you''ll produce accurate monthly management accounts, VAT returns, and financial reports, while supporting budgeting, forecasting, and audits.Ideal for a part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA, ACA) with 3-4 years'' management accounting experience, you''ll need strong systems knowledge, advanced Excel skills, and a collaborative approach.You''ll own the month-end process, strengthen financial controls, and deliver insights to guide strategic decisions. You''ll also develop forecasting models and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. A strong grasp of finance operations and the rationale behind key controls is essential.Job Purpose The Senior Accountant plays a key role in delivering a high-performing finance function. The postholder is accountable for the coordination and completion of the monthly management accounts process, VAT returns, and financial reporting. The role requires strong systems knowledge (including SUN and Proactis), intermediate/advanced Excel capability, and the ability to work collaboratively across the organisation.This role is ideal for a proactive and goal-oriented individual, with a strong background in management accounting. The Senior Accountant will support budgeting, forecasting, audit preparation, and year-end reporting, including microentity accounts. This is a hands-on role requiring attention to ..... full job details .....