Accounts Senior​/Manager - Independent, Hybrid

Accounts Senior/Manager – Independent, Hybrid – Accounting – £50,000 – £65,000

We are seeking a highly skilled and qualified Accounts Senior to join our client's dynamic, independent accounting practice in Colchester. This role is ideal for a proactive and detail‑oriented finance professional with a strong technical background and a commitment to excellence. As an Accounts Senior, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high‑quality financial reporting, compliance, and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of clients across various sectors.

Operating in a hybrid environment, you will collaborate closely with senior partners, manage client relationships, and lead key aspects of month‑end and year‑end processes. Your expertise in financial standards, regulatory compliance, and financial analysis will ensure accurate and timely reporting, contributing directly to client success and firm growth. This is a career‑defining opportunity for a qualified ACA or ACCA professional looking to advance in a supportive, client‑focused, and intellectually stimulating environment.

• Lead the preparation and review of statutory financial statements in accordance with IFRS and UK GAAP.
• Manage and oversee the month‑end and year‑end close processes for multiple clients, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and compliance.
• Provide technical accounting guidance and support to junior team members and clients on complex accounting issues.
• Conduct detailed financial analysis and variance reporting to support client decision‑making and performance evaluation.
• Liaise directly with clients to gather financial data, clarify accounting treatments, and address audit or reporting queries.
• Prepare and review management accounts, cash flow forecasts and key performance indicators (KPIs) for client boards and stakeholders.
• Support audit and tax teams by providing accurate financial documentation and resolving technical accounting discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including Companies Act, VAT regulations and financial reporting standards.
• Contribute to business development initiatives by identifying client service improvement opportunities and delivering value‑added insights.
• Maintain and enhance internal controls, documentation and systems to ensure audit readiness and operational efficiency.

• Professional qualification in ACA or ACCA with full membership.
• Post‑qualification experience in accounting, tax or advisory within a reputable firm.
• Proven experience in preparing and reviewing full sets of financial statements for limited companies and groups.
• Strong understanding of IFRS, UK GAAP and relevant accounting standards (e.g. IAS 16, IAS 38, IFRS 15).
• Advanced proficiency in accounting software (Xero, Sage, Quick Books, SAP) and Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, macros).
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills with the ability to explain complex financial matters clearly.
• Self‑motivated with strong time management and organisational abilities to manage multiple deadlines and client priorities.
• Experience working in a hybrid or remote environment with demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and staying current with evolving accounting standards and regulatory changes.

• Competitive salary.
• Excellent career progression opportunities with potential to develop toward future Director/Partner level.
• Pension scheme.
• Holiday allowance.
• Flexible or hybrid working.
• Free parking and town‑centre location for easy commute access.
• Small team environment with direct partner exposure.
• Excellent client exposure with long‑standing client relationships.
• Informal culture and work‑life balance focus.

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