Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant / Finance Manager (15-month fixed term contract)

Hybrid working, 2-3 days in Central London office

The Company

The owner of multiple high-profile consumer brands has continued to expand across markets and territories year-on-year which has led to the expansion of the family office. New licencing and marketing contracts across the world have created the need for a finalist or qualified Senior Accountant to support the Head of Finance in the day to day running of the family office.

Key Responsibilities of the Senior Accountant

• Setting up cash payments, cashflow planning & forecasting, expenditure management
• Preparation of month-end management accounts for review
• Supporting the preparation of statutory accounts
• VAT, Income & Corporation Tax returns
• Payroll, pension & expense claim management
• Day to day bookkeeping & management & financial accounting including transactions, reconciliations & journals
• Monitoring trademark registration & renewal
• Tracking & renewing insurance policies
• Monitoring & review of fixed & business assets
• Providing commercial support for the evaluation of current & future licensing & sponsorship deals
• Liaison with professional advisors, household staff & business suppliers to resolve business & management issues including IT, Utilities, Vehicle Fleets & Communications

Skills & Attributes of the Senior Accountant

• Experience of working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment is essential
• Previous exposure to consumer-based businesses such as cosmetics, fashion or media would be advantageous
• Working knowledge of Xero would be beneficial but can be taught
• Calm and professional approach
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills
• Gravitas to handle highly sensitive and confidential matters in a discreet and conscientious manner