Senior Accountant

IPS Group Ltd; Burnley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading chartered firm of accountants in Burnley is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage a diverse client portfolio. The ideal candidate will be AAT, ACA, or ACCA qualified and have experience within an accountancy firm. Key responsibilities include preparing statutory accounts, assisting with bookkeeping, and managing client relationships. The firm offers a flexible working environment, 23 days annual leave, and a competitive salary ranging from £35,000 to £45,000.

Benefits

23 days annual leave + bank holidays

Birthday off work

Flexible working hours

1pm finish on a Friday

Health scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working as a Senior Accountant in an Accountancy firm.
• Has experience with accounting software, including cloud-based platforms.
• Knowledge of FR102A, employment taxes, and VAT.

Responsibilities

• Managing your own portfolio of clients.
• Preparation of statutory and management accounts.
• Assisting with bookkeeping and VAT.

Skills

General accounting knowledge

Client contact

Software proficiency

Education

AAT, ACA, or ACCA qualified

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fantastic opportunity for a Senior Accountant to join a well-established, independent, chartered firm of Accountants based in Burnley.

This firm offer a range of services to their clients, including accounting, audit, tax, and outsourcing. You will have the opportunity to command your own portfolio of clients and be responsible for client contact for your portfolio.

As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for:

• Managing your own portfolio of clients
• Preparation of statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.
• Preparation of management accounts.
• Assisting with bookkeeping and VAT.
• Preparation of Personal Tax and Corporate Tax returns.
• Supporting junior members of the team.

To qualify for the Senior Accountant role, ideally you will meet the below:

• AAT, ACA, or ACCA qualified
• Experience working as a Senior Accountant in an Accountancy firm.
• Has experience with accounting software, including cloud-based accounting platforms and add-ons, including Xero and QuickBooks, and is proficient with Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
• Has good general accounting knowledge, particularly the requirements of FR102A, employment taxes, and VAT. Knowledge of CIS would be advantageous due to the nature of our client base, but not required

What’s on offer?

• 23 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Birthday off work
• Flexible working hours – days/times to suit you.
• 1pm finish on a Friday
• Health scheme
• Salary from £35,000 to £45,000

If you are interested in this Senior Accountant position or would like any further information, please contact Leah Mason at IPS Finance.
IPS Finance has 45 years’ experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.