Head of Accounting - North West London, United Kingdom - Ambition

Ambition

Verified Company

North West London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Ambition is delighted to be working with an established independent Firm, based in North West London who are seeking a Head of Accounting to join the team.

The Firm

We are recruiting on behalf of a multi-discipline professional services group offering 360o advisory services to private clients and fast-growth businesses.

They assist entrepreneurial businesses and private clients by delivering an end-to-end solution throughout their business journey.

Job Summary
Reporting to the Managing Partner, you will run the day to day operation of the accounting operation.
You will need to be technically proficient and have extensive experience with all accountancy-related matters at a senior level.
Acting in a strategic capacity, you will coordinate and drive the delivery function of the office.

The role will require strong communication and networking skills, as you'll be a leader of the office operation for clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

Be the lead reviewer and oversee the accounting requirements for a portfolio from SMEs
Oversee client management to deliver customer service excellence.
Manage and drive quality, risk, compliance, and regulatory matters and standards.
Provide a consultative service to clients, including turnaround management, change management, group restructuring, IFRS compliance, general business consulting, and internal control reviews.
Deliver complex client projects including financial DD and structuring
Manage and mentor team members ensuring excellence for clients through accurate and prompt service delivery.
Represent the company's capabilities to new clients and build relationships to contribute to practice growth.
Commercially astute with experience of providing strategic direction.
Confident communicating with all levels of stakeholders.
Able to lead, mentor, and motivate, bringing the best out in others.
ACA/ACCA qualified with 5 years experience
Strong financial and operational skills.
Board, Partner or Partner Designate level experience.
Excellent networker, able to demonstrate previous business growth and success.
Demonstrable experience of leading accounting and corporate taxation for a diverse client portfolio.
Ability to provide sound technical and compliance advice at a high level for clients.
Fully executed Practicing Certificate
Proven track record of managing successful teams and delivering results
Strong financial acumen and understanding of accounting standards and tax laws
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
Ability to work effectively with clients, employees, and other stakeholders
Strong analytical and problemsolving skills
Ability to develop and execute strategic plans

Whats on offer?

Competitive salary
Bonus scheme based on performance of division
Initially 22 days holiday + Bank holidays; Increasing to 23 days after 1 year of employment and then 24 days after 2 years of employment
An additional day off for your Birthday every year
Excellent training and development opportunities
Private medical insurance
FusionPoints bonus scheme
Pension Contribution
Christmas and Summer parties
Quarterly get together and team building
Small milestone gifts