Senior Accountant

Curtis Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to 5%

Life insurance

Health insurance

Company pension

Free onsite parking

Social events

Hybrid/flexible working

Job summary

Curtis Recruitment Ltd is recruiting a Senior Accountant for a modern, dynamic accountancy practice. You will manage a varied client portfolio including owner‑managed businesses, property investors, and high‑net‑worth individuals.

The role is predominantly office based with a hybrid/flexible option after settlement. You will oversee statutory accounts, corporation tax, VAT, and client relations, while mentoring juniors and helping drive practice growth.

Qualifications

• Qualified ACCA/ACA/CIMA with UK practice experience.
• Proven ability to manage client portfolio and deadlines.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Portfolio management from start to finish incl. statutory accounts (FRS 102 1A).
• Prepare corporation tax computations and self‑assessment; handle VAT.
• Build strong client relationships and manage expectations.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to practice growth.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes including MTD for Income Tax.

Skills

Client relationship management

Mentoring junior staff

Effective communication

Cloud-based accounting software

Education

ACCA/ACA/CIMA

Tools

Cloud-based accounting packages

Practice management software

Job description

A modern, dynamic accountancy practice is recruiting for a Senior Accountant to join its growing team. This renowned firm provides a range of high-quality accounting services to a varied client portfolio including ambitious owner-managed businesses, property investors, and high-net-worth individuals.

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary, bonus of up to 5%, life insurance, health insurance, company pension, free onsite parking and social and client events. This role is predominantly office based; however, an element of hybrid and flexible working will be available once settled in.

Whilst advertised as Senior Accountant, the role is effectively a Client Manager. You will inherit an established, varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses, acting as their main point of contact and trusted advisor. This is a senior, hands‑on role offering autonomy over your workload and direct client relationships.

As Senior Accountant your responsibilities will include:

• Portfolio Management - Manage files from start to finish, preparing and reviewing statutory accounts (FRS 102 Section 1A) for limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships


• Taxation - Prepare corporation tax computations, self‑assessment tax returns, and handle VAT returns/advisory


• Client Relations - Build strong, proactive relationships and manage expectations seamlessly


• Team Leadership - Mentor and support the development of junior team members, leading by example on quality and service


• Practice Growth - Stay ahead of regulatory changes (including MTD for Income Tax) and identify value‑add opportunities for clients

Please do apply for this role if your have the following skills and experience:

• Be a fully qualified member ACCA, ACA, or CIMA


• Minimum of 5 years' experience within a UK accountancy practice


• Strong year-end accounts preparation and confident handling of corporation tax, self‑assessment, and VAT


• Ability to manage a portfolio with minimal supervision and deliver files ready for partner review


• Clear, professional communication skills with both clients and colleagues


• Experience with cloud-based accounting packages and ideally, practice management software


• Familiarity with MTD for Income Tax


• Exposure to SEIS/EIS, director loan accounts, and s455 tax

Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications for this role from candidates that do not have the right to work in the UK, or require visa sponsorship, either currently or in the future. This includes those currently on a student or graduate visa.

Additionally, candidates must have experience gained within UK accountancy practice. We stipulate these criteria due to the high volume of applications from outside of the UK.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.