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Bookkeeper

Professional Services | Central London

Sheridan Maine is delighted to be working with a highly regarded professional services business based in Central London to recruit an experienced Bookkeeper to join their finance team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-focused bookkeeper London based professional to take ownership of day-to-day financial processes within a supportive and fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the wider finance function.

As a Bookkeeper, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial information, including:

Processing purchase and sales ledgers
Managing bank reconciliations on a regular basis
Preparing and posting journals
Assisting with VAT returns and compliance reporting
Supporting month-end and year-end processes
Handling supplier payments and reconciling accounts
Dealing with finance queries in a timely and professional manner

We are looking for an experienced bookkeeper with:

Previous experience in a bookkeeping or finance support role, ideally within professional services
Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Good knowledge of accounting software such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks or similar
Strong organisational and time management skills
Confident communication skills and a proactive approach

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary depending on experience
Opportunity to work within a respected professional services business in Central London
Supportive and collaborative finance team environment

Senior Accountant

London | Hybrid | Salary: £50,000 – £65,000 (dependent on experience)

Sheridan Maine is recruiting on behalf of a well-established and highly regarded London-based accountancy practice seeking to appoint an experienced Senior Accountant. This Senior Accountant opportunity is ideal for a motivated professional looking to develop their career within a reputable firm offering long-term stability and excellent exposure across accounting and finance jobs London.

The Role
This is a broad and varied position, suited to an all-rounder with experience across accounts preparation and client services. The role is split approximately 70% accounts and business services, and 30% audit. It would particularly suit someone currently in an Accountant role who is seeking a step up into a more senior, client-facing position within a leading London accountancy practice.

Key responsibilities will include:

Preparation of statutory accounts for a varied portfolio of clients
Production of management accounts
Maintaining and overseeing client bookkeeping records
Preparation and submission of VAT returns
Supporting payroll processes
Assisting with audit assignments
Acting as a key point of contact for clients, providing ongoing support and advice

The role offers regular interaction with senior leadership, providing valuable exposure to client relationship management and business decision-making. As a Senior Accountant, you will be trusted to manage key client relationships, contribute to process improvements and support the continued growth of the firm’s accounting and finance jobs London offering.

Candidate Requirements

ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
Approximately 5+ years’ post-qualified experience within practice
Strong experience in accounts preparation and client services
Experience across multiple areas including VAT and audit

Qualified by Experience (QBE) candidates with significant relevant experience (circa 15+ years) will also be considered.

Key Skills

Strong technical accounting knowledge
Ability to manage a varied workload independently
Confident client-facing and communication skills
Well-organised with strong attention to detail

Working Arrangements

Office-based during initial probation period
Hybrid working available thereafter (typically 2 days from home)

What’s on Offer

Competitive salary of £50,000 – £65,000 (dependent on experience)
Broad role with exposure across accounts, audit and advisory
Close working relationship with senior leadership
Opportunities for ongoing development and career progression
Stable and supportive working environment within a growing firm

This Senior Accountant role in London represents an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to join a respected practice with a strong track record in London accountancy practice jobs. Whether you are already in an Accountant job and ready to progress, or an experienced Senior Accountant seeking a fresh challenge, this role offers a compelling mix of responsibility, variety and support.

Romanian Speaking Semi Senior Or Senior Accountant

Client Accountant - Romanian Speaking | Semi Senior or Senior | Accounts & Tax | Northwest London

Sheridan Maine is working on behalf of a well-established accountancy practice to recruit an experienced to join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional with experience in accounts and tax to join a supportive and forward-thinking environment, providing high-quality service to a diverse client portfolio.

As a Semi-Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for managing client relationships and supporting the delivery of accounting and tax services, including:

Handling client queries relating to accounts and tax matters
Preparing accounts up to trial balance stage for review and finalisation
Building and maintaining strong client relationships
Liaising with HMRC where required to resolve account queries or discrepancies
Reviewing and ensuring completeness of client financial data
Preparing and submitting VAT returns

In addition, and with full training provided where required, you may also be involved in:

Self-assessment tax returns
Corporate tax return preparation
Payroll and CIS processing
Supporting accounts finalisation work
Identifying client needs and referring them to specialist teams where appropriate
Attending client review meetings

The successful candidate will have: