Audit And Accounts Senior

Sheridan Maine · London, Greater London

Audit And Accounts Senior at Sheridan Maine, based in London, Greater London, paying £60,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.

Salary
£60,000 per annum
Location
London, Greater London
Contract
Permanent
Posted
2 days ago
Closes
18 Nov 2026
Sector
Accountant

About 27% above the going rate for accountant

Reference 387189974

About the role

“In the world of finance, the best accounting is like poetry—precise, impactful, and timeless.”  

Audit & Accounts Senior – Accountancy Practice – East London

We are currently working with a well-established and growing accountancy practice in East London who are looking to recruit an experienced Audit & Accounts Senior to join their high-performing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA) with strong practice experience to take the next step in their career within a supportive and forward-thinking firm.

The Role 
As an Audit & Accounts Senior, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality audit and accounts services to a varied portfolio of clients across multiple sectors.
 
Your responsibilities will include:
  • Leading and supporting audit assignments from planning through to completion
    • Preparing statutory accounts for a range of clients, including SMEs and larger organisations
    • Reviewing junior staff work and providing on-the-job training and guidance
    • Liaising directly with clients, building strong long-term relationships
    • Ensuring compliance with UK GAAP, IFRS, and relevant accounting standards
    • Supporting tax computations and wider advisory work where required
    • Working closely with managers and partners on complex assignments 
 
About You 
To be successful in this Audit & Accounts Senior job in East London, you will ideally have:

  • ACA or ACCA qualified or part-qualified (strong practice experience essential)
    • A minimum of 2 years' experience working within an accountancy practice / firm of accountants
    • Strong audit experience and confidence leading sections of audit assignments
    • Solid knowledge of statutory accounts preparation and financial reporting standards
    • Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills
    • Confident communication skills with the ability to liaise with clients
 
Benefits 

  • Competitive salary dependent on experience
    • Clear progression opportunities within a growing practice
    • Exposure to a varied and interesting client portfolio
    • Ongoing professional development and training 
 
Location 
This role is based in East London, with easy access via public transport and flexible hybrid working arrangements.

If you’re passionate about this position or are keen to hear more, please click on “apply” as soon as possible.
 
You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.
 
Due to the high volume of applications, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

Reference: 387189974 · Posted 2 days ago · Closes 18 Nov 2026 · Listed via Sheridan Maine

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