Accounts Senior

Puro Accountancy; Chesterfield; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Accounts Senior to join their supportive team in Chesterfield. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for career progression while delivering high-quality accounting services to a diverse client base. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in public practice and be adept in using various accounting software. With a competitive salary and a hybrid working model, this position is perfect for someone looking to grow in a positive and collaborative environment.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave

Regular Team Social Events

Supportive Leadership

Clear Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in public practice environment is essential.
• Strong technical skills and attention to detail are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end accounts for Limited Companies, Sole Traders, and Partnerships.
• Liaise with clients to gather information and provide updates.

Skills

Accounting Software (Sage, Xero, QuickBooks)

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Education

ACA/ACCA Part or Fully Qualified

Qualified by Experience

Tools

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

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Job Title: Accounts Senior
Location: Chesterfield
Salary: Up to £35,000 (DOE)

Our client, a respected and growing accountancy practice based in Chesterfield, is currently looking to recruit an experienced Accounts Senior to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a practice-experienced individual to take the next step in their career within a supportive and client-focused environment.

As an Accounts Senior, the successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality accounting services to a diverse client base, including Limited Companies, Sole Traders, and Partnerships. This is a varied and rewarding position that offers genuine scope for development and progression.

What’s on offer for the Accounts Senior:

• Salary up to £35,000 (DOE)
• Hybrid working model
• Flexible working hours
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Regular team social events and a positive team culture
• Supportive leadership and clear progression opportunities

Key Responsibilities of the Accounts Senior:

• Preparation of year-end accounts for Limited Companies, Sole Traders and Partnerships
• Preparation of Corporation Tax Computations and associated tax returns
• Liaising with clients to gather information and provide updates
• Reviewing bookkeeping and VAT work prepared by junior staff
• Assisting in the supervision and mentoring of junior team members
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements

The ideal Accounts Senior will have experience working in a public practice environment. Strong technical skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are essential.

Requirements:

• ACA/ACCA part or fully qualified (qualified by experience will also be considered)
• Previous experience in a similar Accounts Senior role within practice
• Good working knowledge of accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, QuickBooks)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines

This Accounts Senior position offers a competitive salary of up to £35,000 depending on experience, along with a supportive working environment and genuine career progression opportunities.

If you are an experienced Accounts Senior looking to join a progressive accountancy practice in Chesterfield, we want to hear from you.