Semi Senior Accountant

Semi Senior / Senior Accountant

Location:

Luton Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Working Pattern:
Office-Based (5 Days per Week) About the Role An ambitious and growing accountancy practice is looking to appoint a Semi Senior / Senior Accountant to join its close-knit team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced practice accountant who is looking for greater responsibility, broader client exposure, and genuine long-term progression. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the firm's client portfolio, working closely with senior management across both accounts and tax assignments.

The position offers a balanced mix of accounts and tax work, with the opportunity to take ownership of a significant client portfolio over time.

Key Responsibilities Preparation of statutory accounts for a varied portfolio of clients. Preparation and submission of personal tax returns. Managing a portfolio of approximately 50-100 tax returns. Working with clients who have:
Rental property portfolios Investment income Sole trader businesses Exposure to Capital Gains Tax matters. Reviewing bookkeeping and VAT work completed by junior team members. Supporting Client Managers with portfolio management and client queries. Assisting with CIS-related work where required. Building and maintaining strong client relationships. Working independently and managing client deadlines with minimal supervision. Client Portfolio You will work with a diverse range of clients including:
Individuals Landlords and property investors High-net-worth individuals Sole traders Businesses Owner-managed businesses SMEs across a variety of sectors Companies preparing accounts under FRS 102 and FRS 105 Industry Sectors Consultancy Engineering Property Beauty Marketing Construction Software & Technology Candidate Requirements Essential 4-6 years' experience within a UK accountancy practice. Strong personal tax and income tax experience. Experience preparing company accounts.

Confident managing client work independently. Good understanding of bookkeeping and VAT processes. Strong communication and client-facing skills. Desirable Capital Gains Tax exposure. CIS experience. Experience reviewing bookkeeping and VAT work. Knowledge of Maple Tax Digital software. ACCA/ACA qualified, part-qualified, or qualified by experience. What's on Offer Genuine career progression opportunities as the firm grows. Opportunity to take ownership of a substantial client portfolio.

Broad exposure across accounts, tax and client management. Supportive and collaborative team environment. ICAEW Authorised Training Employer. ACCA study support available. Strong work-life balance with minimal overtime expectations. On-site parking available. Working Hours Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:00pm 1-hour lunch break