Senior Accountant

The Role

This position involves taking ownership of reviewing and finalising accounts and tax work, ensuring everything meets statutory requirements. You’ll also play a key part in developing junior team members, helping them strengthen their technical skills and confidence.

We’re looking for someone who takes pride in delivering a high‑quality client experience and who can ensure reporting is accurate, timely, and compliant.

• Oversee and support the production of statutory and management accounts
• Review and assist with self‑assessment, corporation tax, and partnership tax returns
• Prepare and review dividend and interest planning calculations
• Build strong relationships with clients through clear, proactive communication
• Provide sound financial guidance and support to clients
• Ensure work is completed on schedule and within agreed budgets
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and efficiency
• Review work completed by junior colleagues
• Mentor and support accountants in developing their technical knowledge
• Conduct 1:1s and appraisal meetings with junior team members (with the Team Manager)
• Assist junior staff with internal and external queries
• Ensure all work complies with relevant accounting standards
• Contribute to revenue growth and cost‑effective working practices

• A proactive, solutions‑focused approach
• Strong understanding of key tax areas (corporation tax, personal tax, etc.)
• Confident using a range of accounting software
• Excellent communication skills, including presenting to clients
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong commitment to delivering excellent client service
• Previous experience in an accountancy practice, including reviewing others’ work
• Enthusiastic about ongoing learning and professional development

On offer is a salary of up to £50,000 plus a car allowance.