Senior Accountant

JAM Recruitment Ltd; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Sheridan Maine is seeking a Senior Accountant in High Wycombe for a full-time, permanent role. You will manage a diverse client portfolio, delivering accounts, tax, and general accountancy services, while collaborating closely with clients and the team to ensure high-quality outcomes.

The role requires several years in UK practice, ACA/ACCA qualification, and proficiency with accounting software. It offers a competitive salary and clear progression within a supportive firm.

Qualifications

• Several years' experience within a UK accountancy practice.
• Strong experience in accounts preparation, including statutory accounts.
• Good knowledge of corporation and personal taxation.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• A proactive and commercially minded approach.
• ACCA or ACA qualification or equivalent experience.
• Experience with Xero/Sage/QuickBooks considered an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of clients and acting as key contact for enquiries.
• Preparing statutory and management accounts for a range of businesses.
• Preparing and reviewing corporation and personal tax returns.
• Supporting clients with day-to-day accounting queries and guidance.
• Assisting with VAT returns and other compliance requirements.
• Reviewing work by junior team members and mentoring where appropriate.
• Liaising with clients to obtain information and meet deadlines.
• Supporting partners with complex accounting and tax matters.

Skills

Client portfolio management

Accounts preparation

Taxation knowledge

Attention to detail

Proactive and commercially minded

Education

ACA/ACCA qualification

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

Job description

Senior Accountant position in High Wycombe, offered by Sheridan Maine, is a full-time, permanent role with a salary between £40,000 and £50,000 per annum. Working for an established accounting firm, the successful candidate will manage a diverse client portfolio, delivering services across accounts, tax, and general accountancy. This varied position involves close collaboration with clients and the wider team, ensuring high-quality outcomes. The role suits a practice accountant seeking responsibility and exposure to different technical areas.

Senior Accountant – Full Time, Permanent – High Wycombe

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Key responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of clients, acting as a key point of contact and building strong working relationships.
• Preparing statutory and management accounts for a range of businesses.
• Preparing and reviewing corporation tax and personal tax returns.
• Supporting clients with day-to-day accounting queries and providing practical financial guidance.
• Assisting with VAT returns and other compliance requirements.
• Reviewing accounts and tax work prepared by junior members of the team, where appropriate.
• Liaising directly with clients to obtain information, resolve queries and ensure deadlines are met.
• Supporting Partners and senior colleagues with more complex accounting and tax matters.
• Identifying opportunities to provide additional support and value to clients.
• Assisting with the development and mentoring of more junior members of the team.

Qualifications

• Several years' experience within a UK accountancy practice.
• Strong experience in accounts preparation, including statutory accounts.
• Good knowledge of corporation and personal taxation.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• A proactive and commercially minded approach.
• A recognised accountancy qualification such as ACA or ACCA, or be qualified by relevant experience.
• Experience with accounting software such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks or similar would be advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Opportunity to join an established accounting firm
• Varied portfolio of clients
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Excellent opportunity for career development and progression

You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.