Accounts Senior (ACA / ACCA)

Autograph Recruitment; Nether Stowey; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Autograph Recruitment is partnering with a well-established practice in Bridgwater to recruit an experienced Accounts Senior. You will manage a diverse client portfolio, deliver high-quality accounts and tax services, and mentor junior staff while building strong client relationships.

The role offers growth opportunities within a supportive team environment, with a focus on statutory accounts, tax compliance, and cloud accounting using Xero and QuickBooks.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified.
• Minimum three years' post-qualified experience within an accountancy practice.
• Experience with statutory accounts and tax compliance.
• Experience managing client relationships.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors.
• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts.
• Assisting with corporation tax and personal tax compliance.
• Preparing and submitting tax returns and liaising with HMRC where required.
• Providing advice and support to clients on day-to-day accounting matters.
• Mentoring and supporting junior members of the team.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Using cloud accounting software including Xero and QuickBooks.

Skills

Client relationships

Communication

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Location: Bridgwater
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you an experienced ACA or ACCA qualified accountant looking for your next opportunity within a supportive and growing accountancy practice?

We're recruiting for an Accounts Senior to join a well-established practice in Bridgwater. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a varied client portfolio while mentoring junior team members and building strong client relationships.

The Role

As an Accounts Senior, you'll work with a diverse portfolio of clients, delivering high-quality accounts and tax services while supporting the wider team. This role offers plenty of client interaction and genuine opportunities for progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors.
• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts.
• Assisting with corporation tax and personal tax compliance.
• Preparing and submitting tax returns and liaising with HMRC where required.
• Providing advice and support to clients on day-to-day accounting matters.
• Mentoring and supporting junior members of the team.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Using cloud accounting software including Xero and QuickBooks.

About You

• ACA or ACCA qualified.
• Minimum three years' post-qualified experience within an accountancy practice.
• Strong knowledge of statutory accounts and tax compliance.
• Experience managing client relationships.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience with Xero, QuickBooks, or similar accounting software.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary, depending on experience.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Varied client portfolio.
• Ongoing professional development.

Interested?

We look forward to hearing from you.