Senior Accountant (Hybrid, Tirana)

About the role

Accountancy Practice Assistant Ltd provides outsourced accountancy services to businesses and practices, with a focus on bespoke services for UK clients. It is hiring a Senior Accountant for a full-time hybrid position in Tirana, Albania, with some flexibility to work from home. The role covers end-to-end accounting for UK-based clients, including financial statements, general ledgers and bookkeeping.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements, maintain general ledgers and ensure accurate bookkeeping for UK clients.
• Handle account reconciliations, month-end and year-end closings.
• Support tax and regulatory compliance by preparing documentation and liaising with stakeholders.
• Supervise junior team members, review their work for accuracy and improve accounting procedures.
• Communicate with clients to clarify requirements and give financial insights.
• Support internal process improvements and ensure adherence to accounting standards.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field; ACCA, ACA or equivalent is highly beneficial.
• Experience in an accountancy practice or outsourced accounting environment is an advantage.
• Ability to supervise and mentor junior staff, and to communicate professionally in English with UK clients and internal teams.
• Organized, able to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines and manage several client engagements.

Required skills

• Knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting, including statutory accounts.
• Bookkeeping, general ledger management, reconciliations and month-end/year-end closing.
• Proficiency in accounting software and tools such as cloud-based platforms and spreadsheets, and digital document management systems.