Lead Accountant - Robert Half : Job Details

Lead Accountant | SaaS Sector | North London (Hybrid) | £55,000 - £60,000

Robert Half are partnering with a rapidly growing provider of integrated online media solutions to major corporate customers. Due to recent growth, the business will be increasing their headcount significantly within the next year and are now looking for a Lead Accountant to enhance and develop the core finance operations.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on building processes, driving efficiencies, and streamlining operations-while leaving a clear, lasting impact on their role and the wider finance team. You'll be joining an organisation in the midst of major transformation, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the finance function.

?? About the Position

Reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll be responsible for:

• Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts, ensuring revenue and associated costs are accurately captured in line with client agreements.
• Carrying out monthly reconciliations of key balance sheet items such as prepayments and accruals.
• Preparing timely and accurate monthly income reconciliations for a portfolio of clients with multi-source revenue streams.
• Overseeing and supporting a small team in delivering monthly client reconciliations, including regular client communication to resolve discrepancies professionally.
• Performing weekly bank reconciliations across multiple accounts.
• Supporting the preparation and submission of VAT returns across several business entities.

?? What we're looking for

• Proven experience in Management Accounting with full P&L ownership.
• Ideally, a background in a small to medium-sized business, with early exposure to transactional finance (preferred but not essential).
• Fully qualified accountants (ACCA or CIMA) are preferred, though candidates qualified by experience will also be considered.
• Strong experience or interest in process improvement is highly valued.

??Here's what's waiting for you

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Hybrid Working- 3 day a week in the office.
• Working Hours- 9-5.
• Collaborative, inclusive culture and real autonomy.
• The opportunity to gain line management responsibility if this is not something you have done previously.

?? Why this role could be your next move

You'll become part of an expanding finance team led by fresh leadership, with the chance to play a key role in enhancing both the team and its processes. This Lead Accountant position is perfect for someone with strong leadership abilities who thrives on driving improvements and making a meaningful impact.

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