Audit & Accounts Senior

Workforce Staffing Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional accountancy practice is seeking an experienced Audit and Accounts Senior to join their Birmingham office. The role involves delivering audit, accounts, and tax compliance services while mentoring junior staff, all within a flexible, supportive environment offering career progression.

Benefits

Flexi-Time

Generous Holiday

Private Healthcare Cover

Medical Cashback Plan

Retail Discount

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Enhanced Pension Contribution

Car Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay

Vibrant Social Calendar

Fundraising & Charity

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience within a UK accountancy practice.
• Strong understanding of tax including corporation tax and VAT.
• Solid audit and statutory accounts preparation knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and supervise audit fieldwork, both on-site and remotely.
• Prepare and review statutory accounts and VAT returns.
• Provide training and day-to-day guidance to trainees and junior team members.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Analytical Thinking

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Degree or equivalent professional experience

Tools

Xero

CCH

MS Office

Job description

Job Title: Audit and Accounts Senior

Location: Birmingham
Salary: Competitive Salary

Benefits:

This firm offers a dynamic and supportive environment that goes beyond the basics, giving you the flexibility and benefits to thrive in your role:

• Flexi-Time
• Generous Holiday
• Private Healthcare Cover
• Medical Cashback Plan
• Retail Discount
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Enhanced Pension Contribution
• Car Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
• Vibrant Social Calendar
• Fundraising & Charity

Overview:

We are excited to partner with a leading regional accountancy practice is currently seeking an experienced Audit and Accounts Senior to join its Birmingham office. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified ACA or ACCA accountant looking to work within a dynamic and forward-thinking firm offering exposure to a broad client portfolio and genuine career development opportunities.

The Role:

Working as part of the Corporate Services team, the successful candidate will be responsible for delivering a mix of audit, accounts, and tax compliance services. This is a client-facing role with the expectation of working autonomously and mentoring junior team members, while maintaining a high standard of technical compliance and client service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support partners and managers in delivering client assignments across audit, accounts, and tax
• Conduct and supervise audit fieldwork, both on-site and remotely
• Prepare and review statutory accounts and VAT returns
• Perform remuneration planning exercises and provide tax planning support
• Identify opportunities for additional services and added-value client advice
• Finalise accounts and tax documents for client submission and HMRC compliance
• Maintain regular communication with clients, ensuring queries are followed up promptly
• Provide training and day-to-day guidance to trainees and junior team members
• Ensure all work meets internal quality standards and budget targets
• Use accounting software such as Xero and CCH to support client delivery
• Attend relevant courses and stay up-to-date with technical knowledge and software systems
• Participate in business development activities, client seminars, and networking events

Candidate Profile:

Qualifications:

• Essential: ACA or ACCA qualified
• Desirable: Degree or equivalent professional experience

Experience:

• Essential: Minimum 2 years of experience within a UK accountancy practice
• Desirable: Experience with cloud accounting software, especially Xero

Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of tax (corporation tax, VAT)
• Solid audit and statutory accounts preparation knowledge
• Confident user of accounting software including Xero, and MS Office

Personal Attributes:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking
• Ability to manage time effectively and work to deadlines
• Self-motivated with a proactive and professional approach
• Capable of building rapport and trust with clients and colleagues
• Energetic, resilient, and committed to delivering high-quality service

Additional Information:

• Must live within commuting distance of Birmingham
• Flexibility to work extended hours during peak periods may be required

Midlands. We operate from several prime locations in the area and are likely to have an office right near you. Our team offer a unique service tailored to match your precise needs, and can assist you with the following job categories, Sales & Purchase Ledger, Accounts Assistant, Bookkeeper, Credit Control, Payroll, Accountant, Finance Analysts. We are always on the lookout for the very best talent, so if you know anyone please do get in touch.