Accounts Senior

Sumer Group Holdings Limited; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Sumer Group Holdings Limited is seeking an Accounts Senior in Solihull to join our Accounting team. The role is permanent and involves delivering high-quality accounting and tax services to a varied client portfolio, managing client relationships, and mentoring junior team members.

You'll prepare and review management and statutory accounts, oversee tax compliance, and work with Partners to drive growth and advisory projects within a collaborative, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified or qualified-by-experience accountant (ACCA/ICAEW) with UK practice experience.
• Ability to oversee tax compliance and advisory work.
• Experience preparing and reviewing management and statutory accounts.
• Experience mentoring junior staff and working with Partners.

Responsibilities

• Prepare management and statutory accounts for varied clients.
• Assist with corporation and personal tax compliance.
• Support senior team with tax planning and advisory work.
• Liaise with clients to obtain records and build relationships.
• Prepare and review VAT returns.
• Assist with cash flow forecasts and basic business planning.
• Mentor junior team members and ensure deadlines.
• Work with IRIS or similar software.
• Collaborate with Managers and Directors to support delivery and growth.

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Team player

Commercial awareness

Problem-solving mindset

Education

ACCA/ICAEW (Part-qualified)

Tools

IRIS

Job description

Accounts Senior

Department: Accounting

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Solihull

Description

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or qualified-by-experience accountant (ACCA/ICAEW) with UK practice experience who is looking to further their career within a dynamic and supportive environment. As an Accounts Senior, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality accounting and tax services to a varied client portfolio while taking ownership of client relationships and mentoring more junior members of the team.

You'll be responsible for preparing and reviewing management and statutory accounts, overseeing tax compliance work, and providing clients with practical advice to support their business needs. You'll manage your own portfolio of clients, ensuring deadlines are met and work is delivered to a high standard, while reviewing the work of junior colleagues and supporting their ongoing development. You'll also work closely with Managers and Partners, contributing to advisory projects and helping to drive the continued success and growth of the team.

This role is ideal for someone who has strong UK practice experience, excellent technical knowledge, and is looking to build on their leadership skills within a growing firm that values collaboration, development, and long-term career progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of management accounts and statutory accounts for a varied client portfolio
• Assisting with corporation tax and personal tax compliance
• Supporting senior team members with tax planning and client advisory work
• Liaising with clients to obtain records, resolve queries, and build strong working relationships
• Preparing and reviewing VAT returns
• Assisting with cash flow forecasts and basic business planning assignments
• Ensuring work is completed accurately and in line with deadlines and regulatory requirements
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members where appropriate
• Using accounting software such as IRIS (or similar) efficiently
• Working closely with Managers and Directors to support client delivery and ongoing practice growth

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Part-qualified or qualified ACCA/ICAEW (or equivalent)
• Minimum of 3 years’ UK practice experience in an accountancy firm
• Strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation and basic tax compliance
• Experience using IRIS or similar accountancy software
• Good understanding of VAT and HMRC requirements
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build strong client relationships
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Proactive approach with a willingness to learn and develop
• Team player with the confidence to support and guide junior staff
• Commercial awareness and a problem-solving mindset

Belong @ Sumer

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• We Shine Together
• We Do the Right Thing
• We Make It Count

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