Senior Accountant

Square Peg Associates; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accountancy recruitment firm in the UK seeks an experienced Practice Accountant to manage a diverse client portfolio in Blackburn. You will handle management accounts, VAT, and year-end tasks while providing strategic guidance. Ideal candidates possess ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualifications and a minimum of 5 years in accounting, with strong skills in Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage. This role offers a salary between £30,000 and £40,000 annually, with free parking and pension benefits.

Benefits

Free Parking

Pension

Qualifications

• ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualified or qualified by experience.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience, with 1-2 years in a senior role.
• Proficient in Xero, QuickBooks, and/or Sage.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients for management accounts and VAT.
• Prepare financial statements, tax returns, and management reports.
• Provide strategic financial guidance to clients.
• Handle corporation tax and manage quarterly VAT returns.
• Oversee and support junior team members.

Skills

ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualified or Qualified by Experience

Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience

Proficient in Xero, QuickBooks, and/or Sage

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Supervisory leadership abilities

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Our client, a highly regarded accountancy firm specialising in general accounting and taxation, located in Blackburn, are looking for an experienced Practice Accountant to work within a small team to help support a diverse client portfolio with their management accounts and year end.

Join a team that values collaboration, teamwork and mutual success!

Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 per annum negotiable. Free Parking and Pension.

Monday to Friday, no weekends.

Role as a Senior Accountant

You will play a pivotal role by managing a portfolio of clients for all matters of Management Accounts, VAT, Year End and support of the junior members of the team. You may also advise on Tax or have the support of the Tax team for Personal or Corporation Tax.

Key Responsibilities of a Senior Accountant

• Client Management. Oversee a diverse portfolio of clients, offering comprehensive accounting services.
• Prepare and review financial statements, tax returns, and management reports. Year End accounts filings to HMRC and Companies House. VAT Returns.
• Provide strategic financial guidance to help clients achieve their business goals.
• Handle corporation tax computations, allowances, and property tax matters.
• Manage Quarterly VAT returns.
• Manage year-end accounts and VAT filings, ensuring month-end deadlines are met.
• Develop and analyse financial statements, including cash flow, profit and loss, and balance sheets.
• Produce management accounts and reports using Sage, Xero, Quickbooks and Excel.
• Workflow Management, overseeing and supporting junior members of the team.
• Client Interaction and Onboarding, maintaining customer relations.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Support the learning and development of junior accountants.

Skills & Qualifications

• ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualified or Qualified by Experience in Practice.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, with at least 1-2 years in a senior or supervisory role in an accountancy practice.
• Proficient in Xero, QuickBooks, and/or Sage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Supervisory leadership abilities.

Join this dynamic team and contribute to the continued growth! If you’re an ambitious individual with a passion for your work, we’d love to hear from you.

About Square Peg Associates

At Square Peg Associates, we are a leading recruitment consultancy specialising in finance and commercial business professionals within the North West of England. Our approach is personal and tailored to each candidate. We not only consider the qualifications listed on their CVs but also take the time to understand them on a deeper level. Before representing any candidate to our esteemed client base, we build strong relationships with them.

If you’re interested in exploring our current vacancies, visit our website at Squarepegassociates.co.uk.