Senior Accountant

Bennett And Game Recruitment; Dudley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Parking on-site

Pension scheme

Holiday entitlement

Job summary

Bennett And Game Recruitment is seeking a Senior Accountant for a growing, family‑run accountancy practice in Dudley. You will lead statutory accounts preparation, tax compliance, and manage a varied portfolio of clients with the support of a close‑knit team of around 16 staff and a dedicated bookkeeping function.

The role offers a realistic hybrid working pattern (1–2 days at home per week), a competitive salary from £35,000 to £50,000 per annum, and a culture of collaboration, development, and

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in UK accountancy practice
• Fully qualified ACCA/ACA or qualified by experience (QBE)
• Strong proficiency with cloud accounting software (Xero/Sage/QB)
• Strong understanding of UK personal and business taxation
• Excellent interpersonal and client relationship skills

Responsibilities

• Client portfolio management for SMEs and limited companies
• Prepare statutory accounts and year-end financial statements
• Produce monthly or quarterly management accounts with commentary
• Provide advisory and planning support including cash flow forecasting
• Mentor junior accountants and review their work

Skills

Cloud accounting software proficiency

UK taxation knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Mentorship

Education

ACCA/ACA qualified or QBE

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

Job description

Senior Accountant

Package: £35,000 to £50,000 per annum (dependent on experience) Working Hours: Full-time, Hybrid (1 to 2 days working from home) Location: Dudley

Following a period of exceptional growth, a highly successful and rapidly expanding family-run accountancy practice is looking to recruit an experienced Senior Accountant. Working alongside a supportive team of around 16 staff and a dedicated bookkeeping function, this role will take lead responsibility for statutory accounts preparation, tax compliance, and managing a varied portfolio of clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Portfolio Management: Serve as the main point of contact for a diverse portfolio of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and limited companies.
• Statutory Accounts: Prepare complex year-end financial statements and statutory accounts compliant with relevant accounting standards (e.g., FRS 102 / FRS 105).
• Management Accounting: Produce and deliver monthly or quarterly management accounts, providing meaningful commentary and key performance metrics to clients.
• Advisory & Planning: Deliver proactive financial guidance, remuneration planning, and cash flow forecasting to assist business owners.
• Mentorship: Review work completed by junior accountants and offer technical guidance to support team development.

Candidate Requirements

• Practice Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of recent experience working within a UK accountancy practice.
• Qualifications: Fully qualified (ACCA/ACA) or qualified by experience (QBE) with a strong track record in practice environment work.
• Software Competency: Advanced hands‑on proficiency with cloud accounting software, particularly Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, and standard accounts production tools.
• Taxation Knowledge: Strong understanding of UK personal and business taxation legislation.
• Communication & Management: Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong, trusted relationships with business clients.

Benefits Package

• Competitive Salary: £35,000 - £50,000 per annum, tailored to experience and qualification level.
• Hybrid Working: Realistic hybrid setup with 1 to 2 days working from home per week.
• Parking: Free dedicated parking on-site.
• Pension & Holidays: Standard workplace pension scheme and statutory holiday allowance.
• Culture: A collaborative, supportive, and close-knit family-run team environment.