Senior Accountant

Job Title:
Senior Client Accountant
Location:
Milton Keynes
Package:
Up to 50,000 , hybrid working, 23 days holiday (plus bank holidays), and more
Working Hours:
Full time, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm

A fantastic opportunity has arisen within a modernised and innovative accountancy practice in Milton Keynes, for a Senior Client Accountant. This practice are digitally focused, and put their dedicated clients first. This is a great place to strengthen your career

This role is an integral one to the business, where you will be working alongside the Senior Manager, playing a crucial role in reviewing the work of juniors, delegating tasks, mentoring juniors, servicing clients, and more

Senior Accountant Job Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of SME clients across a range of industries
Build strong client relationships through proactive communication and support
Prepare and review statutory accounts under FRS 102 and FRS 105
Prepare and review corporation tax computations and CT600 submissions
Produce management accounts, forecasts and financial reports
Review VAT returns and ensure compliance standards are maintained
Provide practical financial insight and business advice
Liaise with HMRC, Companies House, banks and other third parties
Review work completed by junior team members
Provide mentoring, guidance and technical support
Support workflow planning and team development
Work with Xero, Dext and other cloud-based accounting tools
Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes and client reporting

Senior Accountant Job Requirements

ACA or ACCA qualified, or qualified by experience
Minimum of 5 years experience in UK Accountancy Practice
Experience managing SME clients independently
Good working knowledge of Xero and cloud accounting software
Experience overseeing juniors, and reviewing work
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills

Senior Accountant Salary & Benefits

Paying from 40,000- 50,000 depending on experience
Hybrid working available, 1 day a week
Ongoing professional development and CPD support
Excellent career progression opportunities within a growing practice
23 days holiday, plus bank holidays
Standard pension and sick pay contributions

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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