Senior Accountant - UK Visa Sponsorship, Retail Finance

NewsNowGh; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A London-based retail group is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to manage day-to-day finance operations and support month-end processes. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting experience and will thrive in a fast-paced retail environment. This role offers UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship and competitive salary, providing long-term career opportunities in the commercial finance sector. Join a team committed to operational excellence and the financial performance of multiple retail locations.

Benefits

UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship

Competitive annual salary package

Long-term career development

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as an accountant in a high-volume or retail environment.
• Strong understanding of month-end close, reconciliations, and VAT fundamentals.
• Proficiency with accounting software and financial reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Prepare month-end journals, reconciliations, and management reports.
• Perform bank, supplier, and sales reconciliations.
• Manage purchase ledger activities, including invoice processing.
• Reconcile retail sales and merchant settlements.
• Support stock accounting and VAT reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes.

Skills

High-volume accounting

Month-end close processes

VAT fundamentals

Accounting software proficiency

Microsoft Excel

Organisational skills

Independent work

Education

Relevant academic qualification in accounting or finance

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

Job description

A London-based retail group is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to manage day-to-day finance operations and support month-end processes. The ideal candidate will have strong accounting experience and will thrive in a fast-paced retail environment. This role offers UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship and competitive salary, providing long-term career opportunities in the commercial finance sector. Join a team committed to operational excellence and the financial performance of multiple retail locations.