Accounts Senior

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd; Redditch; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd in Redditch is seeking an Accounts Senior to lead the preparation of statutory accounts and tax filings for SME clients, ensuring precision and compliance. You will manage client workflows with senior oversight and support audit engagements as needed, enhancing the firm’s service offerings.

The role emphasizes strong communication, a proactive work style, and the ability to deliver high‑quality financial reporting in a fully office-based setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in small-to-medium public practice essential.
• Strong statutory accounts preparation and general practice compliance expertise.
• Audit experience is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to manage client relationships.
• Self-motivated and proactive in workload management; immediate start preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and finalize statutory accounts and tax returns for SMEs, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Own client workflows with high‑level technical oversight and advisory input.
• Support audit engagements as needed to add value to the service.
• Maintain regular client communication and day‑to‑day relationship management.
• Utilize modern accounting software to optimize deliverables and efficiency.
• Drive practice efficiencies with accurate and timely file production.

Skills

Statutory accounts prep

Client relationship management

Audit support

Accounting software

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Accounts Senior (RW46729) Redditch, England

Salary: GBP41000 - GBP45000 per annum + Great Progression opportunities

Accounts Senior

Location: Redditch
Working Arrangement: Fully Office-Based (This role isn't suitable for hybrid working)
Package: £40,000 - £45,000 (Dependent on experience)

As an Accounts Senior, you will play a pivotal role in the technical delivery and relationship management of the firm, focusing on high-level accuracy and client satisfaction. You will take ownership of accounts preparation and client needs with clarity, energy, and a strong focus on small-to-medium practice delivery.
This role is perfectly suited to an experienced practice professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is ready to start immediately or at the earliest opportunity. If you are looking for a culture where your individual contributions and ability to support the team are truly recognized, look no further.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare and finalize statutory accounts and tax returns for small-to-medium-sized businesses, ensuring compliance and precision.
• Take accountability for client workflows, providing high-level technical oversight and advisory where required.
• Support audit engagements as needed, utilizing prior audit experience to add value to the firm's service offerings.
• Conduct regular client communication and manage day-to-day relationships with confidence and autonomy.
• Utilize and leverage modern accounting software and systems to optimize client deliverables.
• Drive practice efficiencies by maintaining high standards of accurate and timely file production.

Job Requirements

• Proven experience working within a small or medium-sized public practice environment is essential.
• Strong technical expertise in statutory accounts preparation and general practice compliance.
• Audit experience is highly advantageous but not strictly mandatory (strong accounts bias required).
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build trusted, long-term relationships and confidently manage clients.
• A self-motivated, proactive approach to managing workloads independently.
• Availability for an immediate start, or at the earliest possible opportunity.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum, dependent on experience and qualifications.
• Structured Environment: A dedicated, fully office-based position offering stability, routine, and direct team collaboration.
• Professional Growth: Opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of clients with direct exposure to senior leadership.