Accounts Senior

The Skills Coalition; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy practice in Derby is seeking an experienced Accounts Senior to manage a diverse client portfolio. The role involves preparing financial statements, guiding junior staff, and maintaining client communications. Candidates should be ACA or ACCA qualified with strong UK accountancy practice experience. The firm offers flexible working hours, generous holiday, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Paid overtime or TOIL

Life insurance

Company sick pay

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA or ACCA accountant.
• Strong background in UK accountancy practice.
• Experience managing a client portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements from client records.
• Manage client communications and timelines.
• Guide junior staff and review their work.
• Plan and manage workload across assignments.

Skills

UK accountancy practice experience

Confident client management

Excellent communication

Tech-savvy

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Tools

CCH or similar systems

Job description

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Accounts Senior – Accountancy Practice
Location: Derby – Hybrid Working Available)
Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 DOE + Benefits
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Are you an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant looking to join a modern, forward-thinking firm that combines technical excellence with a friendly, people-first culture?

We’re recruiting on behalf of a well-established, mid-sized accountancy practice based in Derby. With over 80 staff and recent strategic growth via merger, the firm continues to expand its reach locally, nationally, and internationally. They support a diverse portfolio of businesses and individuals, with a strong emphasis on collaboration, development, and wellbeing.

The Role

As an Accounts Senior, you’ll take ownership of a varied client portfolio, producing accounts and VAT returns, reviewing work prepared by junior team members, and acting as a key contact for clients. While your work will be reviewed by a manager, you’ll have plenty of autonomy and opportunities to develop professionally.

Key Responsibilities:

Preparing financial statements from client records, with supporting schedules for review

Regular bookkeeping duties, including VAT returns and management accounts

Planning and managing your own workload across multiple assignments

Guiding, mentoring, and delegating to junior staff as appropriate

Managing client communications and progressing assignments to meet deadlines

Coordinating with internal departments to ensure seamless service delivery

Occasional travel to client premises (paid travel); some overtime may be required

About You:

ACA or ACCA qualified, with a strong background in UK accountancy practice

Confident managing your own portfolio and working with owner-managed businesses

Tech-savvy, with knowledge of CCH or similar systems an advantage

Personable, proactive, and an excellent communicator

Enjoy working collaboratively and contributing to a positive team culture

Benefits Include:

33 days holiday (including bank holidays), increasing with service

Flexible working hours (between 7:30am–5:30pm) and hybrid options

Office closure over Christmas and New Year

Paid overtime or TOIL

Personal development plans and structured progression

Regular social and charity events

Modern air-conditioned office with your own allocated desk

Life insurance and company sick pay

Ready to take the next step in your career?
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat about this Accounts Senior opportunity in Derby.