Accounts Senior

Nxtgen Recruitment; Littleport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking accountancy firm in Littleport seeks an experienced Accounts Senior to join their collaborative team. The role entails managing a diverse client portfolio, delivering high-quality accounts preparation and tax compliance services. Candidates should be AAT qualified with at least one year's experience in accountancy. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, as you will be building strong client relationships and mentoring junior colleagues. Enjoy a balanced workload with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• AAT fully qualified with a minimum of one year's experience in accountancy.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Ability to manage workload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients, delivering accounts preparation and tax compliance.
• Prepare draft statutory accounts and tax computations.
• Produce VAT returns and provide practical VAT advice.
• Prepare personal, partnership, and corporation tax returns.
• Maintain regular client contact and build strong relationships.
• Identify opportunities for additional services to support business development.
• Support company secretarial work, including Companies House filings.
• Mentor junior team members and review their work.

Skills

Accounting principles

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Proficiency in accounting software

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well established and forward thinking accountancy practice as an Accounts Senior. The firm supports a diverse portfolio of business clients, including sole traders, partnerships and limited companies, and offers a collaborative environment.

As a Accounts Senior you will be taking responsibility for delivering high quality accounts preparation and tax compliance services across a varied client portfolio. You will manage work from planning through to completion, acting as a trusted point of contact for clients while supporting junior team members and contributing to business development activities. This Accounts Senior role offers an excellent balance of technical accounting, tax compliance and client facing work, with scope to broaden your expertise and progress within the firm.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing a portfolio of clients, delivering accounts preparation and tax compliance services
• Preparing draft statutory accounts and tax computations for manager or partner review
• Producing VAT returns and providing clear, practical VAT advice to clients
• Preparing personal, partnership and corporation tax returns, including capital gains computations
• Maintaining regular client contact, building strong and trusted relationships
• Identifying opportunities to provide additional services and support business development
• Supporting company secretarial work, including Companies House filings and statutory records
• Mentoring and reviewing the work of junior team members, supporting their development

You will be AAT fully qualified, with a minimum of one year's experience working within an accountancy practice. You will have a strong understanding of accounting principles and practices, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to manage your workload effectively. Proficiency in accounting software and the Microsoft Office Suite is essential, along with a professional and client focused approach to your work.