Accounts Senior

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheridan Maine has partnered with a well-established chartered accountancy practice in Ilford to appoint an experienced Accounts Senior. This permanent, full-time role involves managing a varied client portfolio, preparing year-end accounts and delivering tax services.

You will work closely with clients and colleagues, review work of junior staff, and support day-to-day accounting queries. The firm offers a supportive environment with opportunities to progress your career and build long-term

Qualifications

• Strong practice accountancy experience (ideally a minimum of 2 years).
• ACA or ACCA qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• A proactive approach and the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Preparing year-end accounts for a range of clients.
• Preparing management accounts and financial reports.
• Completing corporation tax and personal tax returns.
• Assisting with VAT returns and other compliance work.
• Supporting clients with day-to-day accounting queries.
• Reviewing accounts prepared by more junior team members.
• Liaising directly with clients and developing strong working relationships.
• Supporting the wider team with ad hoc accounting and advisory work.

Skills

Technical proficiency

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

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

Job description

The Accounts Senior position in Ilford offers a permanent, full-time role within a chartered accountancy practice. The salary ranges from £45,000 to £55,000 per annum. You will manage a varied client portfolio, preparing year-end accounts and delivering tax services. This position suits an experienced practice accountant seeking to build long-term client relationships. You will work closely with clients, ensuring their accounting needs are met accurately. The role provides a supportive environment for career progression. Your key skills should include technical proficiency, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines. This Ilford-based job requires a professional who can work independently and as part of a team.

Accounts Senior - Ilford | Chartered Accountancy Practice | Full Time, Permanent “Senior - adjective - of or for more experienced people. Sheridan Maine is delighted to be working with a well-established chartered accountancy practice in Ilford that is looking to appoint an experienced Accounts Senior to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious practice accountant who enjoys working closely with clients and is looking to develop their career within a supportive and professional environment.

Your responsibilities as the Accounts Senior will include:

• Preparing year-end accounts for a range of clients
• Preparing management accounts and financial reports
• Completing corporation tax and personal tax returns
• Assisting with VAT returns and other compliance work
• Supporting clients with day-to-day accounting queries
• Reviewing accounts prepared by more junior team members
• Liaising directly with clients and developing strong working relationships
• Supporting the wider team with ad hoc accounting and advisory work

The successful Accounts Senior will have previous experience working within a UK accountancy practice and will be confident managing a portfolio of clients.

You will ideally have:

• Strong practice accountancy experience (ideally a minimum of 2 years)
• ACA or ACCA qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• A proactive approach and the ability to work independently

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a chartered accountancy practice with an established client base and a strong reputation for providing a high-quality, personal service. The firm offers a supportive environment where you will have the opportunity to develop your technical skills, take on increasing responsibility and progress your career. If you're an experienced Accounts Senior looking for your next opportunity within a respected accountancy practice, this role offers the chance to work with a varied portfolio of clients while continuing to develop your career. You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. Due to the high volume of applications, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.