Accounts Senior: Mentoring, Tax, VAT & Client Collaboration

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

Job summary

A specialist finance and accounting firm in Shrewsbury seeks an Accounts Semi Senior / Senior. The role involves preparing financial statements, tax computations, and mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates are part or fully qualified ACCA/ACA, with prior practice experience and proficiency in Xero and QuickBooks. The firm offers a competitive salary of £30,000 to £40,000, 8% employer pension contributions, and opportunities for continuous training and development, all within a collaborative environment.

Benefits

8% employer pension contributions

Study support for professional qualifications

Healthcare cash plan

Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Continuous learning and training support

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a practice environment.
• Confident using accounting software.
• A proactive, organised team player who enjoys variety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements, tax computations, and VAT returns.
• Complete working papers and ensure compliance with standards.
• Review work of less experienced team members.
• Liaise with clients and external bodies such as HMRC.
• Support clients across sectors like manufacturing and retail.
• Contribute to the success of the business services team.

Skills

Excellent attention to detail

Communication skills

Proficiency in Xero

Proficiency in QuickBooks

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel)

Team player

Education

Part or fully qualified ACCA/ACA

AAT or QBE backgrounds

Job description

A specialist finance and accounting firm in Shrewsbury seeks an Accounts Semi Senior / Senior. The role involves preparing financial statements, tax computations, and mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates are part or fully qualified ACCA/ACA, with prior practice experience and proficiency in Xero and QuickBooks. The firm offers a competitive salary of £30,000 to £40,000, 8% employer pension contributions, and opportunities for continuous training and development, all within a collaborative environment.