Senior Accountant Accountancy Practice

Are you an experienced practice professional looking to join a modern, growing accountancy firm that genuinely values its people? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and forward-thinking practice that combines traditional client service values with a progressive approach to accountancy and business advisory.

Working with an impressive portfolio of owner-managed businesses, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional client service while leading and developing a team of accountants. With continued growth and investment in both technology and people, this is an ideal opportunity for someone seeking a long-term career move within a supportive and collaborative environment.

• Preparing, sending and submitting accounts and tax returns for a portfolio of sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
• Providing training, mentorship and technical guidance to the accounting team and wider business where appropriate
• Checking and reviewing accounting and taxation work produced by the team, offering constructive feedback and support
• Communicating with clients by phone, email, social media and in person, including chasing records where needed
• Onboarding new clients into the portfolio, including initial bookkeeping and compliance handovers to the relevant department
• Assessing and advising clients on their tax position, including tax efficiency and planning opportunities
• Reviewing and advising clients on advisory areas such as cashflow, budgets and pricing, with further training provided on advisory systems
• Completing, reviewing and preparing bookkeeping, VAT returns and CIS where required
• Preparing and delivering year-end client meetings and client fee reviews
• Maintaining electronic filing of books and records, alongside client administration and records management
• Acting as liaison between clients and HM Revenue & Customs to deal with and resolve queries
• Managing ongoing professional development and learning, including any relevant CPD required by a professional body
• Ensuring HMRC and Companies House statutory information is accurate and up to date

• Full membership of a chartered professional body, such as AAT, ATT, ACCA or equivalent
• Extensive practice experience, overseeing a broad client base and delivering work directly in a dynamic environment
• Strong experience preparing, reviewing and checking accounts and tax returns for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
• Experience working with client records and systems including Xero, Quick Books, Dext and Free Agent
• Sound understanding and working knowledge of tax, with the confidence to advise clients and make practical recommendations
• Strong Microsoft Word and Excel capability
• Excellent time management, with the ability to work to tight deadlines and respond to emerging priorities without compromising attention to detail
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information in a straightforward and helpful way
• Curious, proactive and comfortable seeking information from colleagues and clients to support seamless service delivery
• Friendly, professional and customer-focused, with a commitment to continued learning and professional development

• Salary of £44,000 - £50,000 depending on experience
• Permanent, full-time position working 36.5 hours per week
• Office-based role in Waterlooville, with 1 day working from home available
• Opportunity to join a growing, commercially focused accountancy practice with a supportive team culture
• Chance to work with a varied portfolio of inspiring small business clients
• Ongoing professional development, learning and relevant CPD support
• Exposure to advisory work, including cashflow, budgeting, pricing and tax planning
• Modern accounting systems and technology-led working environment

CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn t discriminate on any protected characteristics.