Full job descriptionSenior Accountant
East London
£38,000 - £45,000
A leading accountancy practice is seeking a Senior Accountant to take ownership of a diverse client portfolio, delivering both high-quality compliance work and proactive advisory support. The role combines hands-on technical accounting with commercial client engagement, team oversight, and the development of value-added insights that help clients improve performance, profitability, and strategic direction.
Role Responsibilities
*Act as the primary contact for a varied and complex client portfolio, managing workflow and ensuring deadlines are consistently met.
*Respond to client queries and lead client meetings, including agendas, action points, and follow-up notes.
*Provide commercial insight across turnover, margins, cashflow, efficiencies, cost savings, and risk areas.
*Review accounts and other outputs to ensure accuracy, compliance, and quality standards are met, identifying areas requiring further analysis or stress testing.
*Support the preparation and review of management accounts, forecasts, and scenario-based ’what if’ analysis.
*Challenge and improve client forecasts, assumptions, and business plans to drive stronger decision-making.
*Carry out advisory work including business scorecards, valuations, systems reviews, and process improvement recommendations.
*Develop structured action plans with clear milestones and secure client buy-in for delivery.
*Apply appropriate technical knowledge in areas such as R&D tax relief, CT600 treatment, liquidations, and financing options.
*Delegate work effectively to junior team members and review outputs, providing constructive feedback and support.
*Act as a role model for quality, professionalism, and adherence to firm processes.
Personal Requirements
*Near-qualified or fully qualified ACA/ACCA (or equivalent).
*Strong technical accounting background across statutory accounts, management accounts, tax, and advisory work.
*Experience reviewing accounts and providing commercial commentary or insight.
*Strong client-facing experience with the ability to build trusted relationships.
*Commercially aware with the ability to interpret financial and non-financial data effectively.
*Confident communicator able to explain complex information clearly.
*Strong organisational and prioritisation skills with excellent attention to detail.
If you are a commercially minded accountant looking to step into a client-facing advisory role with responsibility for both technical delivery and strategic input, apply today.


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