Audit and Accounts Semi-Senior / Senior

TPF Recruitment; Blackwater; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional recruitment agency is seeking a Senior/Semi-Senior Accountant & Auditor in Blackwater, UK. This role supports a manager and involves handling a diverse client portfolio with responsibilities including preparing statutory accounts, managing audits, and supervising junior staff. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess a strong attention to detail, aiming to deliver high-quality client service. This position offers a collaborative team environment and excellent growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare statutory accounts, VAT returns, payroll, corporation tax, and personal tax returns.
• Review statutory accounts and tax returns for quality.
• Assist with audits for a variety of clients.
• Ensure year-end files are complete.
• Supervise and manage junior staff.
• Maintain internal controls and develop accounting policies.
• Collaborate with team to meet budgets and deadlines.
• Conduct ad-hoc advisory services.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Client service focus

Job description

Job Title: Senior/Semi-Senior Accountant & Auditor

About the Role
TPF Recruitment is delighted to partner with a well‑established, growing business and advisory firm to hire a Senior/Semi‑Senior Accountant & Auditor. This role supports a Manager, taking on responsibility for managing a diverse portfolio of clients. The firm delivers a wide range of services, including statutory accounts, audits, VAT advice, and tax compliance.
The role involves both independent tasks and collaboration within a friendly team environment, offering an excellent opportunity for a driven, ambitious, and versatile individual seeking their next career challenge. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, enjoy working in a fast‑paced environment, and have a genuine passion for delivering high‑quality service to clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare statutory accounts, VAT returns, payroll, corporation tax, and personal tax returns.
• Review some of the simpler statutory accounts, tax returns, and VAT returns to ensure consistency and quality.
• Assist with audits for a variety of clients across different sectors, including managing simpler audits.
• Ensure year-end files are complete and supported by accurate backup schedules for balance sheet figures.
• Supervise, manage, and motivate junior staff, providing guidance and support to develop their skills.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls by developing and documenting business processes and accounting policies.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure budgets and deadlines are met.
• Conduct ad-hoc advisory services as required.