Senior Accountant

Talk Staff; Belper CP; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy practice in Belper is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their growing team. This role offers a dynamic environment where your expertise will be valued, and you'll manage client relationships while preparing financial statements and providing tax advice. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of practice experience and be AAT or ACCA qualified, with strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in an accountancy role.
• Strong practice experience essential.
• Highly organized with strong diary management.

Responsibilities

• Preparing financial statements including balance sheets and income statements.
• Managing and submitting VAT returns on behalf of clients.
• Advising clients on tax planning and ensuring compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proactive mindset

Education

AAT or ACCA qualified

Tools

Microsoft Office

Accounting software

Job description

Overview

Reference
BH-7634

Salary
£35,000 - £50,000/annum + depending on experience

Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- East Midlands -- Derbyshire -- Belper

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
21 May 2025

We're working with a successful accountancy practice that's looking to bring an experienced Senior Accountant into their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified professional who enjoys variety, values client relationships, and thrives in a busy, supportive environment.

You'll be joining a firm where your experience will be valued and your input welcomed. If you've got strong practice experience, excellent attention to detail, and enjoy leading client relationships - this could be your next career move.

To be considered for the role, you'll require the following essentials:

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in an accountancy role, with practice experience essential
• AAT or ACCA qualified
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and accounting software
• Highly organised with strong diary management and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive mindset with the confidence to work independently and support others

Within this position, you'll also be:

• Preparing financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports
• Managing and submitting VAT returns on behalf of clients
• Advising clients on tax planning, completing tax returns, and ensuring compliance
• Conducting audits and ensuring financial accuracy in line with accounting standards
• Providing advice and guidance on budgeting, forecasting, and investment matters
• Maintaining accurate and detailed financial records for clients
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships, acting as their go-to adviser
• Preparing and delivering management information reports to support client decision-making
• Supporting or supervising junior team members where needed
• Engaging in specialist work such as insolvency or forensic accounting when required

Talk Staff Recruitment is an established division of Talk Staff Group and works with companies throughout the East Midlands and UK with roles including many areas such as: Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Contact Centre and Office Support.

Talk Staff Recruitment act as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

See our website for more details and jobs available - http://www.talkstaff.co.uk/jobs

0115 697 2662