Senior Accountant

An established firm of accountants based in Leicester, with a great reputation as an employer are looking for a Senior Accountant, to work out of their office in Leicester due to expanding workloads and growth of the firm. The role is open to part-time and full-time candidates and the salary is dependent on experience. The firm may hire up to a full Manager grade, for the right person.

The firm can offer excellent long-term progression opportunities, as well as flexible working hours and hybrid working.

Responsibilities:

Prepare statutory accounts for limited companies independently and to a high professional standard.
Review accounts preparation work completed by junior team members and provide clear, constructive feedback.
Supervise, mentor, and train junior accountants and accounts assistants to support their technical development.
Liaise directly with clients to resolve queries, request information, and maintain strong professional relationships.
Complete file reviews and ensure assignments are fully prepared for final Partner review and sign-off.
Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards, including full disclosure requirements under FRS 102.
Prepare and review capital allowances computations.
Advise on and process trading losses and related tax treatments.
Manage matters relating to Section 455 tax and overdrawn directors’ loan accounts.
Prepare and advise on dividends and personal tax implications for directors and shareholders. 

Benefits:

Competitive salary in-line with market rate
Hybrid working, up to 2 days a week from home
Flexibility in start and finish times
Free parking onsite
Good central office location, close to many transport links for an easy commute
Company pension scheme
Opportunity for career progression with a well-established accountancy firm 

Requirements:

Desirable but not essential – ACCA/ACA qualified (or soon to be qualified)
Full right to work in the UK