Senior Technical Accountant

South Croydon Permanent £55,000 - £70,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Technical Accountant to join a professional services firm in Croydon. The role requires a professional with a strong accounting background to manage technical aspects of financial reporting and compliance.
  • Senior Technical Accountant
  • Well established accountancy firm in Croydon

About Our Client

This role is with a professional services organisation that operates in the accounting and finance industry. The company is a medium-sized firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality services to its clients.

Job Description

Acting as the technical escalation point for the office on accounting, reporting, and compliance matters; Reviewing statutory accounts and management accounts to ensure technical accuracy, consistency, and quality; Identifying technical risk areas early and ensuring appropriate documentation and resolution; Supporting Accounts Managers and junior staff with complex judgements and unusual transactions; Owning and improving technical standards, checklists, and review processes; Driving consistency of output across Xero-based portfolios; Supporting training and upskilling of the team from a technical perspective; Working with Partners to mitigate regulatory, reputational, and client risk; Contributing to process improvement and efficiency, with a focus on quality rather than volume.

The Successful Applicant

  • Minimum 5 years' experience in an accountancy practice
  • ACA/ACCA qualified (preferred)
  • Strong technical accounting knowledge and confidence exercising professional judgement
  • High attention to detail with a structured, risk-aware mindset
  • Comfortable challenging work constructively and raising issues early
  • Strong written communication skills, particularly around technical explanations
  • Enjoys supporting others and improving standards rather than owning client relationships
  • Experience with Xero and cloud accounting environments



What's on Offer

  • Competitive annual salary ranging from £55,000 to £70,000.
  • Permanent position with opportunities for career growth.
  • Engaging work environment in Croydon.
  • Be part of a reputable professional services firm in the accounting and finance sector.
  • Hybrid working.



Contact
Ryan Leggett
Quote job ref
JN-012026-6925016
Phone number
+44 162 260 4518

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Financial Accountant
Sector
Financial Services
Location
South Croydon
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ryan Leggett
Consultant phone
+44 162 260 4518
Job reference
JN-012026-6925016