Senior Accountant

Autograph Recruitment; Brixham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing accountancy practice in Brixham is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage client portfolios, prepare year-end and management accounts, and provide technical support. The ideal candidate will be AAT qualified or ACA/ACCA part-qualified with 3-5 years' experience in an accountancy practice. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential, along with proficiency in accounting software. The role offers a competitive salary and a supportive office environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Support for continued professional development

Friendly, supportive office environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in an accountancy practice.
• Confidence in preparing and reviewing accounts for a wide range of clients.
• Ability to manage workload independently while supporting junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end accounts for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders.
• Manage client relationships and act as the main point of contact for queries.
• Support clients with business and tax planning advice.

Skills

Accounting software proficiency (e.g., Sage, Xero, QuickBooks)

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

AAT qualified, ACA/ACCA part-qualified or qualified

Job description

Senior Accountant - Accountancy Practice (Brixham)

Location: Brixham, Devon

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

Hours: Full-time

About the Firm

A well-established and growing accountancy practice based in Brixham, supporting a varied portfolio of clients across Devon and the South West. The firm prides itself on its friendly, professional approach and long-standing client relationships.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients, preparing accounts, providing technical support, and assisting with staff supervision and client advisory work.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing year‑end accounts for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders
• Preparing management accounts, VAT returns, and bookkeeping as required
• Reviewing accounts prepared by junior team members and providing mentoring or guidance
• Managing client relationships and acting as the main point of contact for day‑to‑day queries
• Supporting clients with business and tax planning advice where appropriate
• Liaising with HMRC and other external bodies on behalf of clients
• Ensuring work is completed accurately and within deadlines
• Assisting partners with ad‑hoc projects and client advisory work

The Ideal Candidate

• AAT qualified, ACA/ACCA part‑qualified or qualified (or qualified by experience)
• Minimum 3‑5 years' experience in an accountancy practice
• Confident in preparing and reviewing accounts for a wide range of clients
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Proficient in accounting software such as Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, or similar
• Able to manage workload independently while supporting junior staff where required

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Support for continued professional development
• Friendly, supportive office environment with a strong local client base