Accounts Senior

Addington Ball; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Shrewsbury is seeking an Accounts Semi Senior / Accounts Senior. This role involves preparing financial statements, tax computations, and VAT returns, while mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate is part or fully qualified in ACCA/ACA and has experience in a practice environment. The firm offers a competitive salary and various benefits such as study support and an employer pension scheme, all within a collaborative and friendly team environment.

Benefits

£30,000 to £40,000 salary

8% employer pension contributions

Study support for professional qualifications

Income protection for long-term illness

Healthcare cash plan and employee rewards platform

Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Continuous learning, training, and CPD support

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a practice environment.
• Proactive, organized team player who enjoys variety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements, tax computations, and VAT returns.
• Complete working papers and ensure compliance with relevant standards.
• Review work of less experienced team members and provide feedback.
• Liaise with clients and external bodies such as HMRC.
• Support a wide range of clients across sectors including manufacturing, retail, and professional services.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Client interaction

Organizational skills

Education

Part or fully qualified ACCA/ACA

AAT or QBE backgrounds

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Job description

Are you ready to take the next step in your accountancy career with a firm that truly values its people and invests in their growth? If you're looking for more variety, autonomy, and support to reach your goals, this could be the move you've been waiting for.

As an Accounts Semi Senior / Accounts Senior, you'll join a friendly and experienced team that supports a wide range of business and personal clients. You'll work across accounts preparation, tax, and VAT, with the opportunity to review and mentor junior staff while continuing to build your own technical expertise.

You'll be part of a firm that values collaboration and communication, giving you exposure to clients and the freedom to manage your workload in a supportive environment. Whether you're part-qualified, newly qualified, or looking to progress your practice experience, this role offers a genuine platform for career development.

Role Overview

• Prepare financial statements, tax computations, and VAT returns
• Complete working papers and ensure compliance with relevant standards
• Review work of less experienced team members and provide feedback
• Liaise with clients and external bodies such as HMRC
• Support a wide range of clients across sectors including manufacturing, retail, and professional services
• Contribute to the smooth running and success of the business services team

The Ideal Candidate

• Part or fully qualified ACCA/ACA, though AAT or QBE backgrounds also considered
• Previous experience in a practice environment
• Excellent attention to detail and communication skills
• Confident using Xero, QuickBooks, and Microsoft Office (particularly Excel)
• A proactive, organised team player who enjoys variety and client interaction

What's on Offer

• £30,000 to £40,000 salary
• 8% employer pension contributions
• Study support for professional qualifications
• 3x salary death-in-service cover
• Income protection for long-term illness
• Healthcare cash plan and employee rewards platform
• Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Continuous learning, training, and CPD support
• A collaborative, friendly team with room to grow

Register your interest by applying today or call Richard Davies or Luke Scale to discuss this opportunity further, always in complete confidence.

Addington Ball is a specialist finance and accounting recruitment consultancy covering the Midlands and Northern Home counties. We are a member of TEAM and are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Job ref - ABJ/ - Accounts Senior