Accounts Senior

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Department: Accounting

Location: Hawick

At EQ Accountants, part of the Sumer Group, we know our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re not just colleagues – we’re a community. Our ethos, With You, means when our team thrives, our clients do too. We’re committed to creating an environment where you can grow professionally and personally, with access to mentorship, learning opportunities, and a clear path for progression.

We’re looking for an Accounts Senior to operate at Controller level, taking ownership of technical delivery, guiding junior team members and supporting clients with confidence. You’ll act as a key point of contact for clients, while ensuring high quality, technically sound work is delivered across accounts and tax. You’ll review and coach the work of junior colleagues, contribute to advisory projects and play an important part of building trusted relationships with our clients.

• Develop strong and lasting relationships with clients, understanding their needs and becoming a trusted advisor
• Manage a client portfolio, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records
• Plan and manage tax engagements, providing strategic advice and reviewing junior colleagues' work
• Oversee the preparation and review of client accounts, support client decision-making and contribute to advisory work as needed
• Supervise and mentor junior colleagues, ensuring quality and fostering growth through knowledge sharing and hands-on support
• Manage workload and deadlines effectively while delivering an exceptional service

• Full or part qualified (ACCA, ICAS or equivalent)
• Strong technical grounding across accounts, tax and audit
• Proficient with accounting, tax and audit systems
• Commercially minded with clear understanding of client business contexts
• Organised with the ability to balance multiple tasks and priorities

• Competitive salary
• 33 days annual leave (plus extra after 3 and 5 years’ service)
• Pension (up to 10% employee contribution, matched by EQ)
• Life insurance (4 x annual salary)
• Private medical cover (eligible at certain grades and/or after specified length of service)
• Income protection – eligible after completing 1 year of service
• Enhanced family-friendly leave and pay – eligible after 6 and 12 months service
• Paid volunteering time (14 hours annually)
• EE mobile discount (for you + friends/family)
• Support for CGI qualification & continuous training
• Friendly, inclusive work culture with regular social events

At Sumer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment. Our recruitment practices reflect this commitment, welcoming individuals from all backgrounds. We prioritise creating an environment where every candidate feels respected and supported throughout the hiring process.

We offer personalised support for all candidates. Let our team know how we can bring out your fullest potential.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Other

• Accounting

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