Senior Accountant

Oldfield Accountancy; Coventry; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local accountancy firm in Coventry seeks a Senior Accountant to lead financial reporting and mentor junior staff. The successful candidate will have an ACA/ACCA qualification and strong knowledge of tax. This role offers a salary of £51,000 - £60,000, flexible working hours, and numerous benefits including a profit share scheme and fully funded study package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

30 days holiday including bank holidays

Flexible working hours

Profit share scheme

Company car/car allowance

Medical insurance

Complimentary quality lunches

Team-building days

Fully funded study package

Qualifications

• Solutions-driven professional with strong tax knowledge.
• Proven experience in overseeing financial reporting.
• Ability to mentor and support junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation of financial reports, ensuring compliance.
• Review and supervise tax returns, providing expert guidance.
• Cultivate client relationships through accurate financial advice.
• Mentor junior staff and enhance their technical knowledge.
• Collaborate for regular appraisals and continuous development.

Skills

Knowledge of Corporation Tax

Knowledge of Personal Tax

Excellent communication skills

Mentorship ability

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Senior Accountant - Oldfield Accountancy & Advisory is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their dedicated team in Coventry, West Midlands on a full-time basis. The role involves working closely with senior team members to carry out routine accounting tasks.

About us

With more than 45 years of experience supporting small and medium-sized businesses, Oldfield Accountancy & Advisory goes beyond traditional accountancy services. Based in Coventry, we combine proactive tax advice with business growth expertise. Our tailored approach empowers clients to grow their businesses, improve cash flow, increase profitability, and build lasting value- all while benefiting from strategic tax planning.

Company benefits

• Competitive Salary: Our offer is a salary of £51,000 - £60,000 per annum depending on experience.
• Holiday: 30 days including bank holidays
• Flexible Working Hours
• Profit Share Scheme, Company Car/Car Allowance & Medical Insurance (after qualifying period in role)
• Employee extras such as: Complimentary quality lunches, reward lunches, team-building days, vibrant and youthful team environment, excellent career progression opportunities, fully funded study package

About the role

As a Senior Accountant, you will play a vital role in the preparation and review of financial statements and tax returns, ensuring compliance with all legal standards. You will take the lead in mentoring our talented team of accountants, nurturing their professional growth while delivering exceptional service to our clients.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee and assist in the preparation of financial reports, including statutory and management accounts, ensuring precision and compliance.
• Review and supervise the preparation of tax returns for self-assessment, corporation, and partnership tax, delivering expert guidance throughout the process.
• Cultivate strong client relationships by providing accurate financial advice and fostering positive interactions with client personnel.
• Mentor and support junior staff members, reviewing their work while offering constructive feedback to enhance their technical knowledge and skills.
• Collaborate with the Team Manager to conduct regular appraisals and facilitate continuous development within the accounts team.

About you

As a Senior Accountant, you will be a solutions-driven professional with strong knowledge of Corporation and Personal Tax. With an ACA/ACCA qualification or equivalent practice experience, you excel at reviewing work and ensuring accuracy. Your excellent communication skills help you connect with clients and colleagues, while your passion for numbers and commitment to client satisfaction ensure timely, accurate reporting. Dedicated to learning and growth, you are ready to make a positive impact within your team and for clients.

How to apply

If you have all the relevant skills and experience for our Senior Accountant role and would like to be considered, please apply by forwarding an up-to-date CV as soon as possible. We look forward to hearing from you.

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