Senior Accountant / Accounts Senior - Accountancy Practice

Do you have experience working in an accountancy practice This could be a good opportunity for you!

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Accountant / Accounts Senior to join an accountancy practice providing accounting, bookkeeping and payroll services to small businesses.

As a Senior Accountant / Accounts Senior, you will manage a portfolio of clients while overseeing technical work, supporting colleagues and providing accounting and tax advice.

This is an office-based, full-time role based in Waterlooville, with 2 days’ work from home, offering a salary range of £44,000 - £50,000 for a 36.5-hour working week, plus benefits.

You will be responsible for:

Prepare and submit accounts and tax returns for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies. Lead, train and mentor the accountancy team, reviewing work and providing technical guidance. Manage client relationships, onboarding, communications and record keeping. Assess clients’ tax positions and provide tax planning advice. Advise clients on cash flow, budgets, pricing and tax efficiency. Prepare and review bookkeeping, VAT returns, CIS and statutory records. Liaise with HMRC, conduct client meetings, deliver training and maintain CPD requirements. Perform other duties as required.

What we are looking for:

Approx 5 years' experience working within accountancy practice, managing a varied client portfolio and delivering client work. Full membership of a recognised professional accountancy body, such as AAT, ATT, ACA or ACCA. Ability to prepare, review and check accounts and tax returns to review stage for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies. Practical experience using Xero, DEXT and FreeAgent for client work. Understanding of accounting and taxation principles. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

The candidates from the following background will be considered:

Senior Accountant, Accounts Senior, Senior Practice Accountant, Audit & Accounts Senior, Accounts & Tax Senior, Assistant Client Manager, Senior Business Services Accountant, Senior Client Accountant, Senior Portfolio Accountant, Accounts Team Leader, Business Services Senior, Assistant Manager (Accounts & Tax), Assistant Accounts Manager, Client Manager – Accounts, Assistant Accounts & Audit Manager

What's on offer:

Competitive salary Company pension scheme. On-site parking. Formal and informal training. Employee Assistance Programme. Regular employee socials and events. Family-friendly working environment. Enhanced holiday allowance and sick pay. Opportunities to learn and develop specialist knowledge. Flexible working arrangements and a good work-life balance.

Apply today to take the next step in your accountancy career, joining a growing practice where your expertise, professional development and contribution to the team are valued.

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