With a strong focus on cloud technology, efficient systems, and personal client relationships, the practice has built a reputation for being approachable, responsive, and commercially focused. Continued growth has created the need for an experienced Senior Accountant with a clear pathway towards Client Manager responsibility.
Role Overview - Senior Accountant
Preparing statutory accounts for limited companies and supporting year-end processes
Preparing and reviewing VAT returns
Producing management accounts for a varied client portfolio
Preparing corporation tax and personal tax computations
Supporting clients with cloud accounting systems, primarily Xero
Assisting with client onboarding and system setup
Acting as a key point of contact for client queries and day-to-day support
Supporting senior team members with advisory work and projects
Progressing towards managing your own client portfolio as Client Manager
Role Requirements - Senior Accountant
Minimum 3 years' experience in an accountancy practice
Experience preparing accounts for limited companies
Strong knowledge of VAT and management accounts
Confident using cloud accounting software (ideally Xero)
Strong communication skills with client-facing experience
Organised, proactive, and able to manage a varied workload
ACA / ACCA qualified or studying
Xero certification
Experience with IRIS or similar practice software
Salary & Benefits - Senior Accountant
£35,000 - £45,000 depending on experience
Study support available
Clear progression to Client Manager role
Exposure to advisory work alongside compliance duties
Friendly, supportive, modern working environment
Direct client interaction and increasing responsibility
Holidays: 33 days per year including Bank Holidays
Additional annual leave awarded for each year of long service (up to 4 extra days)
15% commission for any new clients introduced by you
Medical insurance
On-site parking
Hybrid working considered after successful completion of probationBennett 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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Salary description
£35000.00 - £45000.00 per year