Accountant

Based in the heart of London’s West End since 1875, Steinway & Sons UK is Europe’s largest retailer of Steinway pianos. We are an overseas branch of a USA company.

Alongside the retail part of our business, we operate a restoration centre and provide technical services to private and institutional customers. We also have a Concerts and Artists department which provides pianos and services to professional pianists, institutions, venues and festivals across the United Kingdom.

With a diverse customer base we are looking for an accountant who will work with our Finance team.

The role involves:

  • maintaining the management accounts and group reporting
  • working with New York on consolidation of local accounts
  • managing the VAT agenda along with submissions to HMRC
  • working with sales personnel to maintain lease agreements
  • responsibility for Payroll and inventory accounting

This is an opportunity to work with a prestigious brand and will suit someone who has experience working in a small finance team.

Some of the qualities/experience/qualification we are looking for:

  • a track record of experience in operational finance and accounting including UK and USA GAAP
  • ability to develop and maintain efficient finance accounting policy and routines
  • experience in handling VAT and tax accounting
  • self-managed and ability to deliver to strict deadlines
  • an appreciation of the Steinway brand and commitment to it

We offer a competitive salary with 20 days paid holiday and the opportunity to work with a dedicated business support team.

We are open to this role being a part-time working arrangement and open to discussing flexible working arrangements, including working remotely.

We are an equal opportunities employer, where hiring decisions will be based purely on merit.

The position is presently open, and an early start date preferred.

Please respond with a motivation letter describing why you are interested in the role and send with your CV to info@steinway.co.uk.

Thank you.