Senior Accountant

Agility; Lancashire; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contributions

25 days holiday

Christmas shutdown

Job summary

Agility, a Preston-based accountancy firm, seeks a Semi Senior Accountant to join a forward-thinking practice. You will handle statutory accounts, management accounts, tax returns, bookkeeping and VAT while building lasting client relationships.

The role offers a dynamic, varied workload and a clear development path. The position features a 35-hour week with hybrid working arrangements, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, pension contributions, and ongoing technical and personal development.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in an accountancy practice (non-contractor).
• Experience preparing statutory accounts, management accounts, tax returns, bookkeeping and VAT returns.
• Strong client relationship management and communication via phone, email and video meetings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality accounting services to a diverse client base.
• Build long-term relationships with clients and understand their needs.
• Assist in timely delivery of statutory accounts, management accounts and VAT returns.

Skills

3+ years experience

Statutory accounts

Management accounts

Tax returns

VAT returns

Xero

AAT or ACA/ACCA part-qualified

Education

AAT qualified or ACA/ACCA part-qualified

Tools

Xero

Job description

Semi Senior Accountant

Preston On Site / Hybrid

£38,000

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Semi Senior Accountant to join a forward-thinking and dynamic accountancy firm based in Preston.

This isn't your typical practice. The firm takes a modern and innovative approach to accounting, supporting a diverse portfolio of clients ranging from local businesses to multi-million-pound enterprises. If you're an experienced Semi Senior Accountant looking to develop your career within a supportive and progressive practice, this could be the ideal opportunity.

The Role

As a Semi Senior Accountant, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality accounting services while building strong, long-term client relationships. This is a varied position offering exposure to a wide range of clients and responsibilities, ensuring no two days are the same.

What We're Looking For

• At least 3 years' experience within an accountancy practice (non-contractor).
• Experience preparing statutory accounts, management accounts, tax returns, bookkeeping and VAT returns.
• Confident managing client relationships and communicating via phone, email and video meetings.
• Strong working knowledge of cloud accounting software, ideally Xero.
• AAT qualified or ACA/ACCA part-qualified.
• A proactive attitude with a genuine desire to learn and develop.
• Excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail.

What's on Offer

• £38,000 salary DoE
• 35-hour working week with flexible working arrangements/ Hybrid
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, including a guaranteed Christmas shutdown.
• Pension contributions.
• Regular team social events.
• Ongoing technical and personal development.
• Genuine career progression within a growing firm.

This Semi Senior Accountant opportunity would suit someone looking to join a modern practice where they can continue developing their technical skills, build lasting client relationships and progress their career. If you're a motivated Semi Senior Accountant looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.