Senior Accountant.

Autograph Recruitment; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established accountancy firm in Bridgwater is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their dynamic team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant with practice experience to engage directly with clients and manage a diverse portfolio. You'll be responsible for preparing year-end accounts, handling tax returns, and mentoring junior staff in a supportive environment that fosters career progression. If you're looking for a rewarding role in a friendly team, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Company Pension

Sick Pay

Free On-Site Parking

Career Progression Potential

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with strong practice experience.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in an accountancy practice.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of complex year-end accounts for various clients.
• Completion of personal and corporation tax returns using Sage.
• Mentoring and reviewing the work of junior team members.

Skills

Sage

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Bookkeeping

Education

ACCA or ICAEW Qualification

Tools

Sage Accounting Software

Job description

Senior Accountant - Accountancy Practice

Location: Bridgwater, TA6
Salary: From £40,000 per year
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm (No weekends)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role

A well-established, full-service accountancy firm in the Bridgwater area is looking for a Senior Accountant to join their growing team. The firm supports a broad portfolio of clients, from sole traders to limited companies, across a variety of sectors.

This is an excellent opportunity for a fully qualified accountant with strong practice experience who is looking to step into a client-facing, varied, and potentially progressive role.
Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of complex year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
• Completion of personal tax and corporation tax returns using Sage
• Maintenance of bookkeeping records and preparation of management accounts
• Reviewing quarterly VAT returns
• Advising and liaising directly with clients, including support with Making Tax Digital
• Mentoring and reviewing the work of junior team members
• Involvement in a variety of professional services as part of an all-round accountancy offering
• Potential to manage your own portfolio and progress toward an office management role

What We're Looking For

• ACCA or ICAEW qualified (essential)
• Minimum 2 years' experience working in an accountancy practice
• Proficient with Sage and other accounting platforms
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for client interaction
• Ability to work independently and support junior staff

Benefits

• Salary from £40,000 per year
• Company pension
• Sick pay
• Free on-site parking
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Career progression potential