Accounts Senior/ Senior Accountant

Butler Rose; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave

Study support for professional quals

Workplace pension

Employee benefits scheme

Free on-site parking

Supportive environment

Job summary

Butler Rose in Burnley, UK is seeking an experienced Accounts Senior to join a forward-thinking practice. You will prepare and review accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies, and work with a diverse client base.

The role offers greater autonomy, direct client contact and the chance to contribute to junior staff development within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Experience in UK accountancy practice and accounts work.
• Ability to prepare year-end accounts and statutory statements.
• Understanding of accounting standards and financial reporting.
• Experience reviewing work and supporting junior colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Preparing year-end accounts and financial statements for various entities.
• Producing statutory accounts per accounting standards.
• Preparing draft tax computations and schedules for tax returns.
• Reviewing accounts prepared by juniors for accuracy and quality.
• Providing guidance and training to junior colleagues.
• Liaising with clients to gather information and answer queries.
• Managing own workload to meet deadlines and budgets.
• Preparing VAT returns and supporting related queries.
• Identifying and resolving accounting issues, escalating when needed.
• Supporting the wider team with client assignments.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Proactive problem solving

Time management

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

THE OPPORTUNITY

Are you an experienced Accounts Senior looking for a role offering greater responsibility, a varied client portfolio and the opportunity to continue developing your career within a supportive accountancy practice?

Butler Rose is recruiting on behalf of an established and forward-thinking accountancy practice in Burnley, which is looking to strengthen its team with an experienced Accounts Senior.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and professional working environment, where you'll take responsibility for preparing and reviewing accounts, work closely with a diverse range of clients and play an important role in supporting the development of junior colleagues.

The position would suit someone who has built a strong foundation within a UK accountancy practice and is now looking for a role offering greater autonomy, client contact and the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a busy and successful team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Working closely with experienced colleagues and a varied client base, your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing year-end accounts and financial statements for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
• Producing statutory accounts in accordance with relevant accounting standards
• Preparing draft tax computations and supporting schedules for tax returns
• Reviewing accounts and other assignments completed by junior members of the team, ensuring accuracy and quality
• Providing guidance, training and support to junior colleagues to help develop their technical skills and confidence
• Liaising directly with clients to obtain information, resolve queries and provide a professional, responsive service
• Managing your own workload and ensuring assignments are completed within agreed deadlines and budgets
• Preparing VAT returns and supporting clients with related queries
• Identifying and resolving accounting issues, escalating more complex matters where appropriate
• Supporting the wider team with client assignments and contributing to the efficient running of the department

ABOUT YOU

We're looking for someone who enjoys working in accountancy practice, takes pride in delivering high-quality work and is confident taking responsibility for their own assignments.

IDEALLY YOU'LL HAVE

• Previous experience as an Accounts Senior or an experienced Accounts Semi Senior within a UK accountancy practice
• AAT qualification, with the opportunity to progress towards ACA or ACCA if desired
• Strong experience preparing year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
• A good understanding of relevant accounting standards and financial reporting requirements
• Experience reviewing work and supporting junior colleagues, or the confidence to develop these responsibilities
• The ability to manage assignments independently, prioritise workloads and meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to build and maintain professional client relationships
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Good IT skills and experience using accounting software
• The ability to travel to client premises and between offices when required
• You’ll be joining a team that values people who take ownership of their work, communicate effectively and genuinely care about providing an excellent service to clients

WHATS ON OFFER?

• Competitive salary, depending on experience
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Study support for those looking to progress towards further professional qualifications
• Workplace pension
• Employee benefits scheme offering discounts with a wide range of retailers
• Free on-site parking
• A supportive, collaborative and professional working environment
• Exposure to a varied client base, offering the opportunity to develop your technical and commercial experience
• The opportunity to take on greater responsibility, review work and support junior team members
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression

INTERESTED?

If you're currently working as an Accounts Senior, Senior Accountant or experienced Accounts Semi Senior within a UK accountancy practice and would welcome an opportunity offering greater responsibility, client contact and career development, Id be keen to hear from you.

All applications and enquiries will be treated in confidence.

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.