Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant Do you have the following skills, experience and drive to succeed in this role Find out below. Working Arrangement: On-site / Hybrid (Mainly office-based, 9:00am-5:00pm, with flexibility up to 1 day working from home) Package: Competitive salary package (£35,000-£45,000 dependent on experience), company pension, and flexible working options Location: Loughborough Role Overview As a Senior Accountant, you will play a key role in delivering accurate, timely, and commercially focused accounting services to a varied portfolio of small-to-medium businesses (with turnovers up to £6 million). You will support clients through compliant financial management, statutory reporting, taxation requirements, and ongoing advisory, taking over key responsibilities in a restructured team following internal progression. This role requires strong technical accounting capability across accounts, tax, and payroll, combined with excellent communication skills and a flexible, all-round approach. Senior Accountant Job Responsibilities Prepare statutory annual accounts for limited companies, sole traders, partnerships, and LLPs. Prepare and submit personal tax returns (self-assessments), corporation tax, and quarterly VAT returns within strict deadlines. Process client payroll using specialised software (MoneySoft, Q-TAC, etc.) or assist/learn payroll systems as required. Utilise accounts preparation software proficiently, specifically TaxCalc and QuickBooks. Build and maintain trusted professional relationships with clients, providing prompt support and advice on accounting matters. Handle charity accounts preparation where applicable (desirable). Maintain a flexible and practical approach to supporting day-to-day practice needs in a close-knit, office-based environment. Senior Accountant Job Requirements Qualifications: Fully qualified (ACA / ACCA) or Qualified by Experience (QBE) with substantial time spent in practice. Experience: Proven background in accounts preparation and client management within an accountancy practice environment. xwwtmva Software Skills: Proficiency with TaxCalc, QuickBooks, MoneySoft, or Q-TAC is highly advantageous, alongside willingness to learn new software. Technical Knowledge: Solid understanding of limited company statutory accounts, VAT processes, payroll processing, and personal/business tax. Core Competencies: Excellent organisation and communication skills, strong attention to detail, and a collaborative, approachable attitude suited to a smalle...