Accounts Senior

Butler Rose; Walsall; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Butler Rose is representing a Walsall-based practice recruiting an Accounts Senior. The role covers external reporting, tax compliance, and client advisory with a focus on accuracy and deadlines.

You will prepare financial statements for diverse clients (sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies), manage corporation tax returns, VAT, and personal tax filings, and lead and develop junior staff while keeping up to date with UK standards.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualified (or by experience) with strong technical background in accounting and taxation.
• 3–5 years of experience in a similar public practice role.
• Knowledge of UK accounting standards (FRS 102/105) and tax legislation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and client relationship skills.
• Strong organisational and time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Team player capable of leading junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements for a range of clients including sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Manage corporation tax returns, VAT returns, personal tax returns and other filings.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and provide expert accounting and tax advice.
• Supervise and develop junior staff and provide guidance and training.
• Ensure statutory filings and reporting are accurate and up to date.
• Manage multiple clients and deadlines, ensuring work is delivered on time.

Skills

Financial accounting

Tax advisory

Client management

Team leadership

Deadline management

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified

Job description

Accounts Senior
Walsall
Salary £35,000 - £45,000 (DOE)

Butler Rose, public practice is delighted to be supporting our client based in Walsall who's currently got an opportunity for an Accounts Senior to join their team.

Role Requirements

• Preparation of Accounts: Prepare financial statements for a range of clients, including sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies, ensuring compliance with UK accounting standards (FRS 102/105) and other relevant legislation.
• Taxation: Manage the preparation of corporation tax returns, VAT returns, personal tax returns, and other tax-related filings. Provide clients with tax planning and advice.
• Client Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing them with expert advice on accounting, tax, and business matters. Act as the main point of contact for clients, ensuring their queries are handled efficiently and professionally.
• Team Leadership & Development: Supervise and support junior staff, reviewing their work and offering guidance and training. Take an active role in the development of the team, helping them meet their personal and professional goals.
• Compliance & Reporting: Ensure clients are compliant with statutory filing requirements, including annual returns and filings to Companies House. Stay up-to-date with changes in accounting and tax legislation and ensure clients are advised accordingly.
• Manage Deadlines & Workflow: Manage multiple clients and deadlines effectively, ensuring that work is completed on time and to a high standard. Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures.

Personal Requirements

• ACA/ACCA qualified (or qualified by experience), with a strong technical background in accounting and taxation.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in a similar role within a public practice environment.
• Sound knowledge of UK accounting standards (FRS 102/105) and tax legislation.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Team player with the ability to lead and motivate junior staff.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

This is an outstanding opportunity for the right individual to join this firm of choice.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.