Hybrid Senior Accountant — Client‑Focused Practice Lead

Reed; Caister-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working environment

Exposure to broad client portfolio

Career progression opportunities

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Reed Practice is seeking a Senior Accountant for an accountancy firm in Norfolk to manage a client portfolio and office responsibilities. You will ensure timely delivery of year-end accounts and tax compliance while providing practical advice and maintaining high client service standards.

The role emphasises building client relationships across a diverse client base and developing technical expertise within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum AAT qualified.
• Experience in an accountancy practice.
• Experience preparing year-end accounts and supporting tax compliance.
• Knowledge of FRS 102, FRS 102 Section 1A and FRS 105.
• Experience managing client relationships and deadlines.
• Proficient in Iris, Xero, QuickBooks or Sage.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive, solutions‑focused team player.

Responsibilities

• Manage own portfolio of clients and deliver accounts work on time.
• Prepare and review year-end accounts for varied client types.
• Prepare corporation tax computations and returns.
• Support personal tax compliance when needed.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns and liaise with HMRC.
• Produce management accounts and explain financial performance.
• Act as key contact for clients and build relationships.
• Gather client information efficiently and respond to queries.
• Use accounting software and cloud systems with accurate records.

Skills

Client relationship management

Time management

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Independent and team work

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

IRIS

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Reed Practice is seeking a Senior Accountant for an accountancy firm in Norfolk to manage a client portfolio and office responsibilities. You will ensure timely delivery of year-end accounts and tax compliance while providing practical advice and maintaining high client service standards.

The role emphasises building client relationships across a diverse client base and developing technical expertise within a supportive team environment.