Accounts Senior

Michael Page; Coventry; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious accounting firm in Coventry seeks a Senior Accountant to prepare year-end accounts and manage client portfolios. The role involves tax management, mentoring juniors, and building client relationships. Ideal candidates are ACA/ACCA qualified with strong audit experience. Flexible working hours and competitive salary package offered.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

23 days holiday + bank holidays

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 2+ years post-qualification experience required.
• Experience in managing and leading audits is a must.
• Strong technical knowledge in audit and assurance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end accounts for clients.
• Manage corporation tax computations.
• Mentor junior team members.
• Build long-term client relationships.
• Prepare management accounts and VAT returns.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Communication

Proactive approach

Education

ACA / ACCA qualified

Job description

Senior Accountant opportunity in Coventry, preparing year-end accounts and tax for varied clients. You'll manage a portfolio, mentor juniors, and support directors while developing within a growing, client-focused firm.

Client Details

Based in Coventry, this well established and successful firm acts for very wide ranging clients across varying industries and turnover to encompass sole traders, partnerships and limited companies, SMEs and OMBs. The firm has a good reputation and has been undergoing a sustained period of positive growth and they are looking to hire as a result of this. The firm also offers a supportive environment where you will be encouraged and supported to develop further in areas of technical interest.

Description

• Prepare and deliver year-end accounts for a varied portfolio of limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders across multiple industries.
• Manage corporation tax computations and assist with personal tax returns where required.
• Review work prepared by junior team members, providing feedback, guidance, and mentoring to support their development.
• Take ownership of a growing client portfolio, acting as a key point of contact and building strong, long-term relationships.
• Prepare and review management accounts, VAT returns, and bookkeeping as needed to ensure comprehensive client support.
• Liaise directly with clients and HMRC, resolving queries efficiently and maintaining high standards of communication.

Profile

• ACA / ACCA qualified with 2+ years post-qualification experience
• Proven experience managing people and leading audits
• Strong technical knowledge of audit and assurance
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Ambitious, proactive, and capable of working independently while supporting the wider team.

Job Offer

• Salary: £35,000-£42,000 DOE
• Flexible working hours
• 23 days holiday + bank holidays
• Professional development and partner exposure