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