Senior Accountant

A new position at one of the fastest growing firms in the country! With a dedicated career plan in place, this is a unique opportunity to take a big leap in your career. Our client is seeking a newly qualified accountant, although a soon to be qualified senior will also be considered to join their team. You will work on a diverse portfolio of clients, implement your own ideas and identify opportunities to improve processes. With unmatched career progression opportunities, this is a role suited to a highly motivated and ambitious individual. 

Job Title:          Senior Accountant

Job Type:         Permanent

Location:        Eastleigh

Salary:           £45,000 – 50,000

Reference no:         16111   

Senior Accountant – Benefits

25 days holiday

Hybrid and flexible working

Dedicated career plan and clear pathways to managerial positions and beyond

Health care

Life assurance

Retail discounts 

Senior Accountant – About The Role

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a firm that's genuinely investing in its people, with real career progression on offer. You will manage your own portfolio of clients, get stuck into a variety of interesting work, and have the autonomy to bring your own ideas to the table.

Key responsibilities:

Managing a varied portfolio of clients across multiple sectors, acting as their main point of contact

Preparing statutory accounts and finalising accounts under the supervision of your Line Manager

Preparing corporation tax computations

Supervising and reviewing the work of junior team members, providing support and training

Spotting opportunities to improve processes and add real value for clients

Keeping your technical knowledge sharp and up to date

Building strong relationships across the firm and with clients

Getting involved in pricing and new client quotes

Continuing to develop through hands on training and support

The successful Senior Accountant will have:

ACCA/ACA qualified, or close to qualification

Solid UK accountancy practice experience, ideally including exposure to a varied client portfolio

Experience with Xero, Sage, Caseware, and CCH would be a bonus

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Sharp attention to detail

Strong Excel skills and confident picking up new software

A positive, confident, and proactive attitude

Comfortable prioritising and delivering high quality work to tight deadlines

A team player who's also self-motivated

Ambitious, with a genuine desire to progress