Accounts Senior

Jobs4; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible & hybrid working available

Pension scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Free parking

Modern office facilities

Job summary

Jobs4 in Chelmsford, Essex is seeking an experienced Accounts Senior to join a growing practice. You will manage a varied client portfolio, prepare year-end accounts, and provide tax support while mentoring junior staff.

The role offers flexible and hybrid working, a supportive culture, and clear career progression opportunities within a well-established firm.

Qualifications

• Experience in an accountancy practice environment.
• ACA/ACCA qualified, part-qualified, or qualified by experience.
• Strong experience preparing statutory accounts.
• Good knowledge of VAT and tax compliance.
• Experience using cloud-based accounting software such as Xero, Sage and QuickBooks.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• A proactive and professional approach to client service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review year-end accounts for limited companies, sole traders and partnerships.
• Prepare management accounts and financial reports.
• Review VAT returns and ensure compliance.
• Assist with corporation tax and personal tax computations.
• Manage a portfolio of clients across sectors.
• Provide technical accounting advice and support to clients.
• Liaise with clients to resolve queries and maintain relationships.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members.
• Support Managers and Partners with ad hoc projects.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Client communication

Organisational skills

Mentoring junior staff

Education

ACA/ACCA or equivalent

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

Job description

Job Description

Accounts Senior

Chelmsford, Essex

£38,000 - £50,000 DOE

Flexible & Hybrid Working Available

Full-Time | Permanent

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Accounts Senior to join a well-established and growing accountancy practice based in Chelmsford.

This role is ideal for a practice-experienced accountant who enjoys managing a varied portfolio of clients, building strong client relationships, and delivering high-quality accounts and tax services. You'll work closely with Managers and Partners, taking ownership of client assignments while mentoring junior team members.

The firm offers a supportive culture, genuine career progression opportunities, and flexible working arrangements to help maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and reviewing year-end accounts for limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships.
• Preparing management accounts and financial reports.
• Reviewing VAT returns and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
• Assisting with corporation tax and personal tax computations.
• Managing a portfolio of clients across a variety of sectors.
• Providing clients with technical accounting advice and support.
• Liaising directly with clients to resolve queries and maintain strong relationships.
• Supervising and mentoring junior members of the team.
• Supporting Managers and Partners with ad hoc assignments and projects.

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice environment.
• ACA/ACCA qualified, part-qualified, or qualified by experience.
• Strong experience preparing statutory accounts for a range of business entities.
• Good knowledge of accounting standards, VAT, and tax compliance.
• Experience using cloud-based accounting software such as Xero, Sage, and QuickBooks.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• A proactive and professional approach to client service.

What's On Offer?

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Exposure to a varied and interesting client portfolio
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement
• Free parking and modern office facilities