Senior Accountant

Curtis Recruitment Limited; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Health insurance

Company pension

Free onsite parking

Social and client events

Job summary

Curtis Recruitment Limited is helping an accountancy practice recruit a Senior Accountant who will act as a Client Manager, owning a varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses and advising clients directly. The role combines autonomy with leadership and excellent client service.

The successful candidate will be a fully qualified ACCA/ACA/CIMA member with at least five years' UK practice experience, capable of handling year-end accounts, corporation tax, and VAT with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified ACCA, ACA or CIMA.
• Minimum five years' experience in a UK accountancy practice.
• Strong year-end accounts preparation and confident handling of corporation tax, self-assessment, and VAT.
• Ability to manage a portfolio with minimal supervision.
• Clear, professional communication with clients and colleagues.
• Experience with cloud-based accounting and practice management software.
• Familiarity with MTD for Income Tax.
• Exposure to SEIS/EIS, director loan accounts, and s455 tax.

Responsibilities

• Portfolio management – manage files start to finish, prepare and review statutory accounts for various entities.
• Taxation – prepare corporation tax computations, self-assessment returns, and VAT returns/advisory.
• Client relations – build strong relationships and manage expectations.
• Team leadership – mentor and support junior team members.
• Practice growth – identify value-add opportunities and stay ahead of regulatory changes.

Skills

Client relationship management

Portfolio management

Team leadership

UK accounting standards

Communication

Education

ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualification

Five years UK practice experience

Tools

Cloud-based accounting software

Practice management software

Job description

A modern, dynamic accountancy practice is recruiting for a Senior Accountant to join its growing team. This renowned firm provides a range of high-quality accounting services to a varied client portfolio including ambitious owner-managed businesses, property investors, and high-net-worth individuals.

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary, bonus of up to 5%, life insurance, health insurance, company pension, free onsite parking and social and client events. This role is predominantly office based; however, an element of hybrid and flexible working will be available once settled in.

Whilst advertised as Senior Accountant, the role is effectively a Client Manager. You will inherit an established, varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses, acting as their main point of contact and trusted advisor. This is a senior, hands‑on role offering autonomy over your workload and direct client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Portfolio Management – Manage files from start to finish, preparing and reviewing statutory accounts (FRS 102 Section 1A) for limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships.
• Taxation – Prepare corporation tax computations, self-assessment tax returns, and handle VAT returns/advisory.
• Client Relations – Build strong, proactive relationships and manage expectations seamlessly.
• Team Leadership – Mentor and support the development of junior team members, leading by example on quality and service.
• Practice Growth – Stay ahead of regulatory changes (including MTD for Income Tax) and identify value-add opportunities for clients.

Qualifications and Experience

• Be a fully qualified member ACCA, ACA, or CIMA.
• Minimum of five years’ experience within a UK accountancy practice.
• Strong year‑end accounts preparation and confident handling of corporation tax, self‑assessment, and VAT.
• Ability to manage a portfolio with minimal supervision and deliver files ready for partner review.
• Clear, professional communication skills with both clients and colleagues.
• Experience with cloud-based accounting packages and ideally, practice management software.
• Familiarity with MTD for Income Tax.
• Exposure to SEIS/EIS, director loan accounts, and s455 tax.

Additional Information

Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications for this role from candidates that do not have the right to work in the UK, or require visa sponsorship, either currently or in the future. This includes those currently on a student or graduate visa.

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