Manage the financial reporting function of a growing design studio — bring clarity, accuracy, and strategic insight to a creative business.

Who We Are
Architecture Social is a specialist recruitment consultancy deeply embedded in London's high-end residential and hospitality design sectors. We work with design studios, interior practices, and boutique creative firms who regularly brief us on Financial Accountant roles requiring both technical rigour and commercial awareness. Our consultants understand the financial dynamics of growing creative businesses — from revenue recognition across active projects to intercompany accounting — and we maintain active shortlists of qualified accountants ready for the right opportunity.

What Our Clients Typically Ask For
• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification with a minimum of three years post-qualification experience
• Prior experience in a creative or professional services environment
• Ability to prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts and manage intercompany transactions
• Strong project accounting skills with accurate revenue recognition and cost allocation
• Experience preparing cash flow forecasts and coordinating annual budget processes
• Confidence managing external payroll provider relationships and contributing to financial policy development
• A proactive approach to ensuring financial policies and procedures scale with business growth

If your financial expertise helps creative businesses grow with clarity and confidence, we want to hear from you.

Why Register With Architecture Social
Registering with us ensures you are among the first Financial Accountants we consider when a design studio or creative practice briefs us on a new role. Our partner studios offer vibrant, inspiring working environments alongside competitive benefits, generous leave, and private medical insurance. Many of these positions are filled through our network before they reach the wider market. Your registration is held in complete confidence, and we only contact you when a role is genuinely aligned with your experience and aspirations.

How to Apply
Share your CV with us and let us know your interests. We will be in touch personally as soon as a design studio Financial Accountant role arises that is the right fit.