Senior Accountant

Salary: GBP
38000 - GBP
47000 per annum

A well-established and growing firm of Chartered Accountants based in Cambridge is seeking a Senior Accountant to join its Business Services team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced practice professional to take ownership of a varied client portfolio within a supportive, partner-led environment. The role will involve a strong mix of accounts, tax, and advisory work, with real client exposure and progression opportunities as the firm continues to expand.

• Managing a mixed portfolio of owner-managed business clients.
• Acting as the primary day-to-day contact for clients.
• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts under FRS 105 and FRS 102 (Section 1A).
• Preparing and reviewing management accounts.
• Preparing and reviewing corporation tax computations and CT600s.
• Reviewing VAT returns and advising on VAT compliance.
• Working extensively with IRIS and Xero.
• Supporting client onboarding onto Xero.
• Reviewing work prepared by junior team members and providing on-the-job guidance.
• Supporting with Self Assessment and Partnership tax returns.
• Preparing and reviewing capital allowance claims (desirable).

• 3–6 years’ experience in a UK accountancy practice.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounts and corporation tax.
• Strong working knowledge of IRIS and Xero.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organisational ability.
• Competitive salary depending on experience.
• 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays.
• Hybrid and flexible working options.
• Clear progression opportunities.
• Supportive, partner-led working environment.
• Ongoing training and CPD support.