Canary Wharf, London
Practice Senior Accountant (Leader & Mentor)
Forget the Grey Suit: Join the Trailblazers of Canary Wharf
The Firm
Pennyhills® isn’t your typical accounting practice. Based in Canary Wharf, the global heartbeat of finance, we are a modern, boutique firm of Chartered Accountants that has traded the “grey suit” stereotype for innovation, personality, and sustainability.
We are paperless practice (saving over 6 trees a year!) and obsessed with our sustainability goals.
As an ICAEW Member firm and an Authorised Training Provider, we combine high-level professional standards with a tech-forward, supportive and a family culture. We specialise in the creative sectors: Fashion, Film and R&D Tax Credits.
The Role
We are seeking a talented, extroverted, and ambitious qualified accountant to lead our general practice operations. This is a pivotal role where you will manage a high-value portfolio of clients while acting as a vital mentor to our trainee accountants. You will be the bridge between technical excellence and the unique, human-centric service our clients love.
Boring but Essential Details
Competitive
Key Responsibilities
Portfolio Management
Overseeing the delivery of outsourced accounting, statutory accounts, and tax compliance for a diverse client base (from high-fashion startups to tech innovators).
Mentorship & Training
Leading the technical development of our ACA/ACCA trainees, providing hands-on guidance and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
Technical Advisory
Supporting on specialised projects including R&D Tax Credits, Creative/Film Industry Tax Credits, and international tax structuring.
Workflow Innovation
Optimising our 100% cloud-based tech stack to ensure maximum efficiency and real-time reporting for clients.
Client Relationship Leadership
Acting as the primary point of contact for business owners, providing strategic advice that goes beyond the numbers.
Who You Are
We are looking for someone who is ready to juggle the demands of a professional role with a rigorous study schedule.
Qualified
ACA or ACCA qualified with significant experience within a UK public practice.
An Extrovert
You possess the “soft skills” to build genuine relationships and the confidence to lead a team.
A Modern Professional
You are passionate about technology, sustainability, and the future of the profession.
A Unique Thinker
You bring a fresh perspective and don’t fit the “stale” accountant archetype.
An Innovator
You are a through and through innovator who does not do things the way they have always been done! You will constantly be improving deliverables and processes for the good of the firm and for clients.
Why Join Pennyhills?
Location: Work from the wonderful Canary Wharf.
Values: Join a firm that champions sustainability and actually has a set of values we work everyday towards.
Growth: A leadership path in a growing firm with no “audit-season” burnout.