Accounts Senior

Reed; Essex; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Free parking

Hybrid working

Job summary

Reed in Chelmsford, Essex is recruiting an experienced Accounts Senior to join our growing accountancy practice. You will manage a varied client portfolio, deliver year-end accounts, VAT and tax support, and mentor junior staff in a collaborative, friendly environment.

The role offers flexible and hybrid working, a competitive salary (£38,000–£50,000 DOE), and clear career progression within a supportive firm culture.

Qualifications

• Experience in an accountancy practice environment.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, VAT and tax compliance.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review year-end accounts for various entities.
• Prepare management accounts and financial reports.
• Review VAT returns and tax computations.
• Mentor junior team members and support managers/partners.

Skills

Client relationship management

Communication

Tax/compliance knowledge

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified, part-qualified, or qualified by experience

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

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