Senior Client Accountant

Location: Great Linford

Senior Client Accountant (Practice) – Shape Your Future in a Growing Firm
My client is an ambitious, modern accountancy Practice looking for a Qualified Senior Client Accountant to take ownership of a varied portfolio and play a key role in our continued growth. If you’re ready for a role with real influence, direct partner access, and genuine progression, this is it.
You’ll manage your own clients across accounts, tax, and advisory work, reviewing junior output and ensuring high-quality delivery. You’ll build strong client relationships, streamline processes, and help develop the next generation of talent within the team.
This role suits someone who thrives on responsibility, enjoys variety, and wants to work in a supportive Practice that values initiative, professional confidence, and fresh ideas.
What you’ll lead:
 
* Client portfolio management — accounts prep, tax returns, reviews, and advisory
 
* Workflow oversight — planning, deadlines, and quality control
 
* Client relationships — becoming a trusted point of contact
 
* Team development — reviewing work and supporting junior staff
 
* Process improvement — helping refine systems as we grow
What you’ll get:
 
* Autonomy and trust from day one
 
* Clear progression opportunities
 
* Direct access to partners
 
* A friendly, modern, forward-thinking Practice environment
If you’re a qualified accountant with solid Practice experience and you want a role where your impact is visible, we’d love to hear from you.
Skills & Experience Required
Essential

* · ACA / ACCA qualified or qualified by experience.

* · UK Practice experience within an accountancy firm is preferred.

* · Strong technical knowledge across accounts, corporation tax, VAT, and personal tax.

* · Experience managing a portfolio of SME clients independently.

* · Strong working knowledge of Xero and cloud accounting systems.

* · Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.

* · Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
Desirable

· Experience using AI, Dext, Engager, Tax Calc, or similar practice software.

· Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff.

· Exposure to management accounts and advisory-focused services.

· Knowledge of funding, forecasting, or business planning support.
What Is on Offer

· Competitive salary based on experience

· Flexible working opportunities

· Ongoing professional development and CPD support

· Exposure to a varied and ambitious SME client base

· Opportunity to grow within a modern and expanding practice

· Friendly, collaborative, and supportive working environment