Accounting Senior

We are a busy and growing accountancy practice looking for an experienced Accounts Senior / Client Manager to join our office-based team.

This is a fast-paced role for an experienced, qualified professional who is confident managing a varied portfolio, building strong client relationships, and working accurately under pressure.

The successful candidate will be comfortable handling complex client affairs, including group company structures, while maintaining high standards and meeting deadlines in a busy practice environment.

This is also an opportunity to play an important role in the continued development of the business.

As well as managing client work, you will help shape, structure, and improve the practice, contributing ideas, supporting internal processes, and helping continually develop the business as we grow.

Key responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors
• Preparing and/or reviewing year-end accounts
• Preparing and/or reviewing corporation tax returns
• Preparing and/or reviewing self-assessment tax returns
• Reviewing VAT returns and ensuring timely submissions
• Working with and advising on group company structures
• Liaising directly with clients and acting as a key point of contact
• Responding to client queries in a timely and professional manner
• Managing deadlines across multiple client assignments
• Identifying opportunities for additional services and contributing to business growth
• Supporting, training, and assisting junior team members in their development
• Reviewing work prepared by junior members of the team where required
• Helping to improve internal systems, processes, and ways of working
• Contributing to the ongoing structure and development of the practice
• Playing an active role in helping the firm continually grow and improve
• Supporting the wider team in a busy practice environment

What we're looking for Essential

• ACA or ACCA qualified
• Previous experience working in a UK accountancy practice
• Strong experience in accounts and tax compliance
• Experience dealing with group company structures
• Confident in a client-facing role
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Able to work efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced, busy practice
• Strong communication skills and a professional manner
• A proactive mindset, with the confidence to contribute ideas and help improve the business
• Ability to work well within a team

Preferred

• Experience supporting or training junior staff
• Experience reviewing the work of junior team members
• Experience using cloud accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, or similar
• Commercial awareness and confidence identifying additional client needs
• An interest in helping shape systems, processes, and the future direction of the firm

What we offer

• £35,000 - £40,000 salary
• Sales commission
• 35-hour working week
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays
• Company pension
• Ongoing training and development
• A supportive team environment
• Opportunity to grow within a busy and ambitious practice
• A chance to make a genuine impact on the future development of the business

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £35,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Benefits: Company pension, Free parking

Experience: recent accounts and tax compliance: 4 years (required)

Work Location: In person

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