Accounts Senior

Bennett & Game Recruitment; Redditch; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Office-based role

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment is seeking an experienced Accounts Senior in Redditch for a fully office-based role. You will lead statutory accounts and tax compliance work for small-to-medium clients, with a strong focus on accuracy and client service.

You’ll manage client workflows, provide high-level technical oversight, and support audit engagements as needed, using modern accounting software and maintaining timely, high-quality deliverables. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Experience in small-to-medium sized public practice is essential.
• Strong technical expertise in statutory accounts preparation and tax compliance.
• Audit experience is a bonus but not mandatory; emphasis on core accounts work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and finalize statutory accounts and tax returns for SMEs.
• Own client workflows with high-level technical oversight.
• Support audit engagements and add value with prior audit experience.
• Maintain regular client communication with autonomy and confidence.
• Utilize modern accounting software to optimize deliverables.
• Drive efficiencies with accurate and timely file production.

Skills

Public practice experience

Client relationship management

Job description

Accounts Senior

Location: RedditchWorking 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.

Your primary focus will be the meticulous preparation and oversight of statutory accounts and tax compliance. Additionally, you will serve as a key point of contact for clients, utilizing your strong technical grounding to work with a good level of autonomy and explain complex financial matters with personality and professional insight. Audit experience is considered a bonus, but a strong bias toward core accounts production within a small/medium-sized practice environment is essential. 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.