Senior Accountant

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join their team. This role offers a unique blend of autonomy and client interaction, allowing you to build strong relationships while delivering high-quality service. You'll work closely with partners, support junior team members, and ensure compliance standards are met. With a stable team and opportunities for progression, this position is perfect for proactive individuals who thrive in a dynamic environment. Join a firm that values your expertise and offers flexible working arrangements to enhance your career.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements

Competitive Salary

Long-term Progression Potential

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a UK accountancy practice environment.
• Proven ability to prepare and review accounts and tax work for small businesses.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review accounts and tax returns for a portfolio of clients.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, maintaining excellent relationships.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Attention to Detail

Organisational Skills

Education

ACA or ACCA Qualified

Qualified by Experience (QBE)

Job description

Job Description
TPF Recruitment is supporting a long-standing and respected independent accountancy firm in their search for an experienced Senior Accountant. This newly created role is designed to support one of the firm's partners by taking ownership of key client work, allowing them to focus on the strategic running of the business.

You'll be joining a well-established team with a loyal client base, and this position offers a great mix of autonomy, client contact, and technical variety. It's an excellent opportunity for a proactive and confident individual with strong practice experience who enjoys building client relationships and delivering high-quality service.

The Role:

• Work directly under one of the firm's partners, supporting them with day-to-day client work
• Prepare and review accounts and tax returns for a portfolio of sole traders, partnerships, and smaller limited companies
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, maintaining excellent relationships and delivering professional advice
• Liaise with HMRC and other external bodies as required
• Supervise and support junior team members as needed
• Ensure compliance deadlines are met and work is delivered to a high standard

Requirements
What We're Looking For:

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or QBE with strong experience in practice)
• Significant experience in a UK accountancy practice environment
• Proven ability to prepare and review accounts and tax work for small businesses
• Strong client-facing skills with the confidence to manage relationships directly
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and ability to manage a varied workload
• A collaborative and proactive approach to work

Benefits
What's on Offer:

• Work closely with the partners of a well-established independent firm
• A stable and supportive team with long-term progression potential
• Opportunity to focus on client work and contribute to the firm's continued success
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Flexible working arrangements and benefits package

If you are interested in this opportunity, please do not hesitate to get in contact with Mark Sitton, Senior Recruitment Consultant for a confidential conversation.

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