Accounts Senior: Advisory & Complex Accounts

Howett Thorpe Recruitment Consultants Ltd; Guildford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Howett Thorpe Recruitment Consultants Ltd is seeking an Accounts Senior to join a growing accountancy practice. The role involves preparing and reviewing accounts for a diverse client base, with the chance to move beyond compliance into advisory work.

You will work closely with clients to understand their businesses, provide guidance, and develop more complex accounts under FRS 102. This is a full‑time role in a growing firm.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified, or nearing qualification.
• Experience in UK accountancy practice.
• Experience preparing and reviewing accounts under FRS 102.
• Experience reviewing work by junior team members.
• Experience preparing corporation tax computations.
• Strong client relationship and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing statutory and year-end accounts prepared by junior team members.
• Preparing more complex accounts under FRS 102, including group accounts.
• Reviewing working papers and providing guidance to junior team members.
• Preparing draft corporation tax computations.
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients.
• Advising clients on accounting matters and supporting wider requirements.
• Working closely with Managers and Partners on complex assignments.

Skills

UK accountancy practice experience

FRS 102 experience

Client relationship skills

CCH software

Attention to detail

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification or nearing

Tools

CCH

Job description

Howett Thorpe Recruitment Consultants Ltd is seeking an Accounts Senior to join a growing accountancy practice. The role involves preparing and reviewing accounts for a diverse client base, with the chance to move beyond compliance into advisory work.

You will work closely with clients to understand their businesses, provide guidance, and develop more complex accounts under FRS 102. This is a full‑time role in a growing firm.