Senior Accountant

Blusource Professional Services Ltd; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Flexible hours

Bonus scheme

Pension scheme

Training and career development

Car parking

Job summary

Blusource Professional Services Ltd in Derby is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join a modern, forward-thinking accountancy practice. The role offers flexibility, autonomy and clear career development, with potential progression toward Client Manager over time.

You will manage a varied client portfolio, deliver high-quality service and support junior staff while helping the firm grow and improve processes within a supportive culture.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of accountancy practice clients
• Preparing and reviewing year-end accounts
• Ensuring work is completed accurately, on time and within budget
• Managing statutory deadlines, compliance and regulatory requirements
• Working closely with clients to understand their financial and accounting needs
• Leading pre and post year-end meetings with clients
• Preparing actions and follow-up points from client meetings
• Providing a high level of client service and dealing with any queries or concerns
• Supervising and reviewing the work of junior members of the team
• Supporting the training, mentoring and development of junior staff
• Identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes and ways of working
• Taking an active role in the continued development and growth of the practice

Job description

A modern and forward-thinking accountancy practice in Derby is looking to recruit an experienced Senior Accountant to join its friendly and supportive team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Senior Accountant who enjoys working closely with clients and wants a role offering genuine flexibility, autonomy and career development.

The firm has created a positive working culture built around delivering high-quality work for clients while maintaining a healthy work-life balance for its employees. They combine the professionalism and opportunities associated with a larger practice with the flexibility, individual support and friendly culture of a smaller firm.

The exact role can be shaped around the successful individual, with opportunities to develop towards a Client Manager position over time.

Senior Accountant role

As a Senior Accountant, you will manage a varied portfolio of clients and take responsibility for delivering a high-quality service.

Your responsibilities are likely to include:

• Managing a portfolio of accountancy practice clients
• Preparing and reviewing year-end accounts
• Ensuring work is completed accurately, on time and within budget
• Managing statutory deadlines, compliance and regulatory requirements
• Working closely with clients to understand their financial and accounting needs
• Leading pre and post year-end meetings with clients
• Preparing actions and follow-up points from client meetings
• Providing a high level of client service and dealing with any queries or concerns
• Supervising and reviewing the work of junior members of the team
• Supporting the training, mentoring and development of junior staff
• Identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes and ways of working
• Taking an active role in the continued development and growth of the practice

Benefits include:

• Hybrid and flexible working
• Some home working available each week
• Full-time or part-time hours considered
• 38 days' holiday, including a Christmas shutdown
• Bonus scheme
• Commission scheme
• Pension scheme
• Training and career development opportunities
• Genuine progression towards Client Manager and beyond
• Mobile phone and laptop
• Salary sacrifice electric car scheme
• Free car parking
• Regular social events and team celebrations
• Friendly and supportive working environment

This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern accountancy practice where your role can develop alongside your experience and ambitions.