Senior Accountant

Bennett & Game Recruitment; Aston; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working after probation

Birthday off

Pension contribution

Free on-site parking

Paid CPD

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment is seeking an Accounts Senior in Stevenage to join a growing independent accountancy practice. You will handle year-end accounts, tax returns, and VAT for a varied client portfolio using Xero and cloud accounting.

The firm values work-life balance with flexible hours, some home-working, and a comprehensive benefits package, including holiday, pension, and CPD support. Progression to senior roles is available.

Qualifications

• AAT or equivalent qualification with accounting practice experience.
• Experience preparing year-end accounts for multiple client types.
• Solid VAT, corporation tax and personal tax returns knowledge.
• Strong client-facing communication and deadline management.
• Familiarity with Xero and cloud accounting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end accounts for limited companies, sole traders and partnerships.
• Prepare corporation tax returns.
• Prepare personal tax returns.
• Prepare and review VAT returns, depending on experience.
• Prepare management accounts.
• Complete accounts and tax work from client records through to draft stage.
• Identify queries and communicate with clients to resolve them.
• Carry out bookkeeping and accounting adjustments as needed.
• Review bookkeeping records before accounts preparation.
• Assist clients with Xero and other cloud accounting software.
• Liaise with HMRC and Companies House where required.
• Keep clear records in the practice management system.
• Manage your workload and deadlines.
• Support junior and trainee team members as experience develops.
• Work closely with Client Managers and Directors on complex assignments.

Skills

AAT qualified

ACA/ACCA part-qualified

UK accounting experience

Tax and VAT knowledge

Client communication

Xero experience

Education

AAT qualification

ACA/ACCA part-qualified

Equivalent practical experience

Tools

Xero

Cloud accounting software

Job description

Job Title: Client Manager
Location: Stevenage
Package: Up to £55,000, bonuses, clear progression, 28 days holiday, and more
Working Hours: Full time, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm

An exciting opportunity is available within a growing independent Accountancy Practice in Stevenage for an Accounts Senior. You'll be joining a very friendly team, and supporting a diverse portfolio of clients

This progressive practice are cloud based, and are constantly adapting to modern changes. Your contribution in this role will genuinely matter, and there is plenty of scope for you to progress. The firm value work life balance, allowing flexible hours, some working from home, and great perks. If you are looking for the next step in your career, and somewhere you're valued, then look no further!

Accounts Senior Job Responsibilities

• Preparing year-end accounts for limited companies, sole traders and partnerships
• Preparing corporation tax returns
• Preparing personal tax returns
• Preparing and reviewing VAT returns, depending on experience
• Preparing management accounts
• Completing accounts and tax work from client records through to draft stage
• Identifying queries and communicating directly with clients to resolve them
• Carrying out bookkeeping and accounting adjustments where required
• Reviewing bookkeeping records before accounts preparation
• Helping clients with Xero and other cloud accounting software
• Liaising with HMRC and Companies House where required
• Keeping clear records, notes and actions within our practice management system
• Managing your own workload and deadlines
• Supporting junior and trainee team members as your experience develops
• Working closely with Client Managers and Directors on more complex assignments

Accounts Senior Job Requirements

• AAT qualified, ACA/ACCA part-qualified, recently qualified, or able to demonstrate equivalent practical experience
• Experienced in preparing year-end accounts within an accountancy practice
• Comfortable preparing corporation tax returns and personal tax returns
• Familiar with VAT and bookkeeping
• Comfortable dealing directly with clients
• Organised and able to manage deadlines
• Keen to continue developing technically
• Positive, team-focused and willing to help others
• Comfortable with Xero and cloud accounting technology

Accounts Senior Salary & Benefits

• Paying dependent on experience, from £45,000-£55,000
• 20 days' holiday plus bank holidays
• Your birthday off
• Christmas closure, in addition to your normal holiday allowance
• Hybrid working after 6 month probation
• Flexible working hours
• Commission for bringing in new work
• Commission for identifying additional services for clients
• Christmas profit share
• Paid CPD
• Paid professional subscriptions, where relevant to the role
• Study support by agreement
• Pension contribution
• Free tea and coffee
• Free on-site parking, with additional parking nearby
• Paid team social events
• Casual dress
• Direct access to the Directors
• Weekly check-ins and informal one-to-ones
• Clear progression opportunities towards Senior Accountant and, ultimately, managing your own client portfolio