Compensation Accountant - Hybrid

“Good things come to those who wait".  Lady Mary Montgomerie Currie
 
Sheridan Maine is partnering with a leading financial services organisation based in Canary Wharf to recruit a Compensation Accountant on an 11-month maternity cover basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accountant to join a dynamic team and make an immediate impact. Our client is ideally looking for someone who can start as soon as possible.
 
The role:
You will work closely with the Head of Compensation Accounting, providing support across all aspects of payroll and LLP accounting, as well as related reporting. This is a hands-on role within a collaborative finance team, offering exposure to complex accounting and reporting processes.
 
Key responsibilities of the Compensation Accountant include:

• Supporting payroll and LLP accounting processes.
• Assisting with related financial reporting.
• Ensuring accuracy and compliance in all compensation accounting activities.
• Working closely with the wider finance team to deliver results.

 
The ideal Compensation Accountant will have:

• Previous Compensation and Payroll Accounting experience especially within Limited Liability Partnership would be advantageous.
• A good understanding of UK personal tax together with reporting requirements.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Excellent accounting, analytical and reporting skills.

 
What’s on offer:

• 11-month maternity cover with a leading financial services organisation.
• Hybrid working (3 days in office, flexible remote arrangements).
• Immediate start preferred.
• Exposure to a high-profile finance function in Canary Wharf.

 
If you are a proactive and experienced accountant looking for a temporary opportunity with responsibility and variety, we would love to hear from you.
 
Apply today or contact Sheridan Maine for more information.
 
You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.
 
Due to the high volume of applications, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.