Senior Accountant

Nxtgen Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern accountancy firm is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their team in the United Kingdom. You will manage client portfolios, provide real-time accounting support, and mentor junior team members while delivering tailored advice. Ideal candidates are ACA/ACCA qualified with strong technical knowledge and a client-first mentality. This role offers a supportive environment for career development.

Qualifications

• Strong technical accounting knowledge and a client-first mindset.
• Confident in explaining accounting matters clearly to a diverse client base.
• Prior experience in Accountancy practice.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of client portfolios and act as their main point of contact.
• Handle a wide variety of accounting queries in real-time.
• Prepare and review statutory accounts, management accounts, and tax returns.
• Deliver tailored advice to clients that adds real value.
• Support, mentor, and share knowledge with junior team members.

Skills

Technical accounting knowledge

Client-first mindset

Effective communication

Education

ACA / ACCA qualified or equivalent

Job description

Overview

NXTGEN is pleased to be partnering once again with a modern, forward-thinking accountancy firm, who are looking for a Senior Accountant to join their experienced, professional, yet down-to-earth team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who’s looking to take the next step in their career, in a supportive environment that champions both client care and employee development.

As a Senior Accountant, you’ll be more than just number-crunching. You’ll play a hands-on role in supporting a varied portfolio of clients, being the go-to person for real-time accounting queries, and providing clear, concise advice that makes a genuine difference to businesses. You’ll join a firm that is far removed from the corporate stereotype, that is collaborative, approachable, and dedicated to delivering a truly first-class service.

This role is perfect if you’ve:

• Recently received your qualification results and are ready for the next step
• Become qualified this year and are eager to make your mark as a Senior Accountant
• Or you’re an ambitious finalist keen to secure your move now and kick start your post-qualification journey fresh

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of client portfolios and act as their main point of contact
• Handle a wide variety of accounting queries in real-time, building trusted client relationships
• Prepare and review statutory accounts, management accounts, and tax returns
• Deliver tailored advice to clients that adds real value and drives better business decisions
• Support, mentor, and share knowledge with junior team members

What We’re Looking For

• ACA / ACCA qualified or equivalent
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and a client-first mindset
• Confident in explaining accounting matters clearly and concisely to a diverse client base
• Prior experience in Accountancy practice

If you’re ready to step into a role where your input is valued, your development is supported, and your career as a Senior Accountant can really take off, then this could be the perfect fit. This is more than just a job, it’s the chance to be part of a firm that puts people and clients at the heart of everything they do.

For more details on how this Senior Accountant opportunity can shape your career, get in touch with Annie today.

Salary is dependent on experience.