Senior Accountant

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday leave

Hybrid working

Learning & development

Company pension

Health & wellbeing initiatives

Mental health resources

Social & community activities

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a growing Chester accountancy practice to recruit a Senior Accountant who will deliver high-quality accounting and advisory services to a diverse client portfolio.

You will work closely with managers and directors, prepare statutory statements, advise on tax planning, mentor juniors, and contribute to process improvements in a collaborative, forward-thinking team with hybrid working.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified and eligible to practice.
• Experience in an accountancy practice environment.
• Experience managing a varied client portfolio including owner-managed businesses.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and tax awareness.

Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with clients and provide tailored accounting and business advice.
• Support clients in streamlining accounting processes and improving efficiencies.
• Prepare year-end statutory financial statements.
• Calculate corporation tax and personal tax liabilities, identifying tax planning opportunities.
• Work with managers and colleagues to deliver excellent client service.
• Develop understanding of clients' businesses and provide proactive value-added service.
• Mentor, coach, and support junior team members and trainees.

Skills

Client relationship building

Communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Tools

CCH

Practice software

Job description

Our client is committed to creating an environment where people can thrive professionally and personally. They recognise that their success is driven by the talent, dedication, and expertise of their team, and they are passionate about supporting career development at every stage.

As the business continues to grow, they remain focused on fostering a collaborative, supportive, and ambitious culture where individuals can build rewarding careers and make a meaningful impact.

The Opportunity

We are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Senior Accountant to join their growing team in Chester.

Working closely with managers and directors, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality accounting and advisory services to a diverse client portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and motivated professional looking to further develop their career within a progressive and fast-paced accountancy practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with clients and provide tailored accounting and business advice.
• Support clients in streamlining their accounting processes and improving efficiencies.
• Prepare year-end statutory financial statements.
• Calculate corporation tax and personal tax liabilities, identifying tax planning opportunities where appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with managers and colleagues across the business to deliver an excellent client service.
• Develop a strong understanding of clients' businesses and provide a proactive, value-added service.
• Mentor, coach, and support junior team members and trainees.

About You

The successful candidate will be a proactive and client-focused accounting professional with a passion for delivering exceptional service.

Skills & Experience

• ACA or ACCA qualified.
• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice environment.
• Experience managing a varied portfolio of clients, including owner-managed businesses.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge.
• Comfortable using cloud-based accounting systems and practice software (experience with CCH would be advantageous).
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative and forward-thinking team environment.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Our client offers a highly competitive package designed to support employee wellbeing, development, and work-life balance, including:

• Generous annual leave allowance, plus an additional day off for your birthday.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Tailored learning and professional development opportunities.
• Company pension scheme.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives.
• Mental health support resources.
• Regular social, wellbeing, and community engagement activities.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established and growing accountancy and business advisory firm with a strong reputation for delivering exceptional service to a broad range of businesses and individuals.

They pride themselves on their people-first culture, commitment to professional excellence, and focus on creating long-term trusted relationships with clients. Their collaborative environment encourages innovation, continuous improvement, and career progression, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their accounting career.