Senior Accountant - Hybrid/Bonus

About Our Client

My client is a specialist financial services business with this role based at their Whiteley (Southampton) site and with 5 offices in Europe and 8 in the US.

• Support the management team to deliver a first-class professional service to clients, both internal and external
• Preparation and review of management account packs
• Preparation and review of financial statements for a wide range of client structures to UK GAAP, U.S. GAAP, Lux GAAP and/or IFRS accounting standards
• Manage the client & investor reporting cycles for a portfolio of clients
• Manage the timely and accurate production of VAT returns
• Supervise and assist with managing the workflow of, and delegation of tasks to, junior team members
• Plan and prioritise your own and team workflow
• Assist with the ongoing review & development of procedures and controls
• Assist the management team with the appraisal process for direct reports, if applicable
• Support the management team with the client billing process
• Liaise with the clients' auditors to ensure a seamless audit process
• Liaise with external contacts to obtain and provide required information, as necessary
• Attend client meetings in respect of accounting matters, as required
• Assist the management team in analysing clients' key performance indicators
• Assist with, and contribute to, ad hoc projects, as required

The Successful Applicant

• Recognised professional accounting qualification (ACCA / ACA)
• Experience of preparing and reviewing management account packs, including consolidations
• Experience of preparing financial statements
• Good understanding of industry practices, regulations and legislation
• Excellent time management skills and ability to work under pressure
• Ability and desire to form strong working relationships with clients & colleagues
• Passionate about continuous improvement / learning and a desire to help with the development and coaching of junior colleagues

What's on Offer

An excellent salary and benefits package is available to the successful candidate, alongside a generous package that includes bonus and hybrid working. But also to work at a business that prides itself on its development and progression of their staff.