Senior Accountant

Reed; Haywards Heath; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy practice in Haywards Heath is seeking a Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA) to join their team. This role offers a competitive salary between £50,000 and £65,000, flexible hours, and a hybrid working model. Responsibilities include reviewing tax returns, providing client support, and mentoring junior members. Ideal candidates will be proactive, confident in client interactions, and have proficiency in popular accountancy software. Opportunities for career advancement are available.

Benefits

Competitive salary starting from £50,000

Flexible working hours

On-site parking

Supportive team culture

Clear progression path

Qualifications

• Qualified ACA or ACCA accountant.
• Confident in a client-facing role.
• Experience with accountancy software.

Responsibilities

• Review and sign off accounts and tax returns.
• Provide proactive advice and support to clients.
• Assist with accounts preparation when required.
• Support junior team members.

Skills

Client-facing confidence

Proficiency in accountancy software (QuickBooks, Xero, etc.)

Strong communication skills

Proactive advice and support

Education

Qualified ACA or ACCA accountant

Tools

QuickBooks

Xero

Sage

TaxCalc

VT

Job description

Overview

Qualified Accountant – Practice (ACA/ACCA)

• Annual Salary: £50,000- £65,000
• Location: Haywards Heath (Hybrid Working Available)
• Job Type: Full-time, Flexible Hours

Reed Crawley is working with a well-established and forward-thinking accountancy practice in Haywards Heath, which supports a diverse client base of over 600 limited companies and 1,200 personal tax clients. They are seeking a qualified ACA or ACCA accountant who is confident in a client-facing role and adept at both reviewing and hands-on tasks. This role offers a great opportunity for professional growth, including potential for Partner-level opportunities, within a firm that values work-life balance.

Day-to-day responsibilities

• Review and sign off accounts and tax returns prepared by the team.
• Provide proactive advice and support directly to clients.
• Assist with the preparation of accounts and tax returns when required.
• Support the team during busy periods, particularly around tax season.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and contribute to process improvements.
• Support junior team members and contribute to the firm’s continued growth.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Qualified ACA or ACCA accountant.
• Confident in a client-facing role.
• Comfortable reviewing and signing off work, as well as hands-on tasks.
• Experience with accountancy software such as QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, TaxCalc, and VT.
• Strong communication skills and ability to maintain high-quality service standards.
• Proactive in providing advice and support to clients.

Benefits

• Competitive salary starting from £50,000.
• Flexible working hours.
• Hybrid working model, allowing for a balance between office and remote work.
• On-site parking available.
• Supportive team culture with a strong focus on work-life balance.
• Clear progression path with potential for Partner-level opportunities.

To apply for this Qualified Accountant position, please submit your CV and will get back to you with next steps as soon as possible.