Senior Accountant

Description

A modern, dynamic accountancy practice is recruiting for a Senior Accountant to join its growing team. This renowned firm provides a range of high-quality accounting services to a varied client portfolio including ambitious owner-managed businesses, property investors, and high-net-worth individuals.

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary, bonus of up to 5%, life insurance, health insurance, company pension, free onsite parking and social and client events. This role is predominantly office based; however, an element of hybrid and flexible working will be available once settled in.

Whilst advertised as Senior Accountant, the role is effectively a Client Manager. You will inherit an established, varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses, acting as their main point of contact and trusted advisor. This is a senior, hands-on role offering autonomy over your workload and direct client relationships.

As Senior Accountant your responsibilities will include:

Portfolio Management - Manage files from start to finish, preparing and reviewing statutory accounts (FRS 102 Section 1A) for limited companies, sole traders, and partnershipsTaxation - Prepare corporation tax computations, self-assessment tax returns, and handle VAT returns/advisoryClient Relations - Build strong, proactive relationships and manage expectations seamlesslyTeam Leadership - Mentor and support the development of junior team members, leading by example on quality and servicePractice Growth - Stay ahead of regulatory changes (including MTD for Income Tax) and identify value-add opportunities for clients

Please do apply for this role if your have the following skills and experience:

Be a fully qualified member ACCA, ACA, or CIMAMinimum of 5 years' experience within a UK accountancy practiceStrong year-end accounts preparation and confident handling of corporation tax, self-assessment, and VATAbility to manage a portfolio with minimal supervision and deliver files ready for partner reviewClear, professional communication skills with both clients and colleaguesExperience with cloud-based accounting packages and ideally, practice management softwareFamiliarity with MTD for Income TaxExposure to SEIS/EIS, director loan accounts, and s455 tax

Submit your CV for this Senior Accountant role

Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications for this role from candidates that do not have the right to work in the UK, or require visa sponsorship, either currently or in the future. This includes those currently on a student or graduate visa.

Additionally, candidates must have experience gained within UK accountancy practice. We stipulate these criteria due to the high volume of applications from outside of the UK.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive 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.

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