Senior Accountant

Knights Lowe Chartered Accountants

Ipswich

Hybrid

GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work scheme

Electric car salary sacrifice scheme

Holiday purchase

Medical cash plan

Enhanced pension scheme

Employee Assistant Programme

Group life assurance

Charity events and paid volunteering day

Social events

Job summary

A reputable accounting firm in Ipswich is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their General Practice team. The role involves handling a diverse portfolio of clients, preparing statutory accounts, and providing tax support while mentoring junior staff. It offers hybrid working, progression opportunities, and a competitive salary based on experience and qualifications. AAT or ACA/ACCA qualifications are preferred, along with experience in UK accountancy practices.

Qualifications

Experience working in UK accountancy practice is essential.
Experience with limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders highly beneficial.
AAT or ACA/ACCA qualifications are preferred.
Comfortable communicating directly with clients.
Organised, reliable and able to manage multiple deadlines.
Keen to continue developing technically and professionally.

Responsibilities

Prepare and finalize accounts for a diverse portfolio of clients.
Act as the point of contact for clients on day-to-day queries.
Support and mentor junior staff in their development.
Acting as a regular point of contact for clients and building strong relationships.

Skills

AAT qualified

ACA/ACCA part-qualified or qualified by experience

Experience working in UK accountancy practice

Confident preparing accounts

Comfortable communicating directly with clients

Organised and reliable

Keen to develop technically

Education

AAT qualified / ACA/ACCA part-qualified or qualified by experience

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our General Practice team, working with a varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses and supporting the Managers and Directors in delivering a high-quality service.

This is a key delivery role for someone who enjoys a mix of technical work, client contact and supporting junior staff. You will take ownership of assignments from planning through to completion, while developing your advisory skills and broadening your exposure across accounts, tax and business matters.

The Role

You will work on a portfolio of clients including limited companies, partnerships and sole traders, preparing and finalising accounts, supporting tax compliance and acting as a day-to-day contact for clients.

You will also play an important part in supporting and guiding Assistants and trainees within the team.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts & Compliance

Preparing statutory accounts and working papers for a range of clients
Leading assignments from initial records through to draft accounts stage
Ensuring files are complete, well-organised and ready for Manager review
Completing and reviewing VAT returns and bookkeeping where required
Assisting with management accounts and financial reporting for clients

Client Contact

Acting as a regular point of contact for clients on day-to-day queries
Building strong working relationships with business owners and finance teams
Explaining accounts and financial information in a clear, practical way
Escalating technical or complex matters to Managers or Directors where appropriate

Tax Support

Assisting with corporation tax computations and personal tax information
Identifying basic tax issues and involving specialists where needed
Supporting the wider team during busy tax periods

Team Contribution

Supporting and mentoring Assistants and trainees on assignments
Reviewing basic work and providing constructive feedback
Working collaboratively with Managers to ensure workflow is managed effectively

Key Skills and Qualifications

AAT qualified, ACA/ACCA part-qualified or qualified by experience
Experience working in UK accountancy practice
Confident preparing accounts for a range of business types
Comfortable communicating directly with clients
Organised, reliable and able to manage multiple deadlines
Keen to continue developing technically and professionally

What We Offer

Exposure to a wide variety of clients and sectors
A supportive team environment with clear progression
Opportunities to build advisory and client-facing skills
A role with real responsibility and ownership of work

The salary package will be competitive, depending upon the level of qualification and experience. You will have an opportunity to progress and develop where applicable.

Hybrid working with fully hosted systems

Progression opportunities