Senior Accountant

Michael Page (UK); Leicester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Accountant for a growing firm in Leicester. The ideal candidate will manage a portfolio of clients, prepare year-end statutory accounts, and mentor junior staff. The role offers a salary between £35,000 and £45,000, plus benefits. This position is ideal for a proactive individual looking for career progression in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a UK accountancy practice.
• Confident communicator with excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ambitious, proactive, and committed to personal and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Manage own portfolio of clients and ensure timely delivery of accounts and tax requirements.
• Prepare and review year-end statutory accounts and management accounts.
• Mentor and supervise junior accountants, providing training and guidance.

Skills

Accounts preparation and review

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Cloud accounting software

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

IRIS

Job description

• Senior Accountant to join a growing firm of accountants in Birmingham.
• Career progression & increasing client management responsibility on offer.

About Our Client

Based in Leicester city centre with parking available for all staff, this chartered accountancy firm is part of a wider UK network and continues to experience strong growth. The practice offers a collaborative, team-focused environment with a flat structure, working closely with senior leadership. Providing a full range of services across business advisory, tax, audit and assurance, and business process support, the firm combines local expertise with national resources. Iit offers a progressive, technology-driven setting for a Senior Accountant seeking career development within a dynamic and forward-thinking team.

Job Description

• Manage your own portfolio of clients, including OMBs, SMEs, and limited companies, ensuring timely delivery of all accounts and tax requirements.
• Prepare and review year-end statutory accounts, management accounts, and supporting schedules in line with accounting standards (FRS 102, FRS 105).
• Oversee and review bookkeeping, VAT returns, and other financial reporting prepared by junior team members.
• Mentor, support, and supervise junior accountants, providing on-the-job training and technical guidance.
• Act as the main point of contact for your clients, building and maintaining strong working relationships.

The Successful Applicant

• ACA or ACCA qualified, with at least 3-5 years' experience in a UK accountancy practice.
• Strong background in accounts preparation and review for a mixed client base.
• Confident communicator with excellent organisational and time management skills. Proficient in cloud accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, IRIS, or similar platforms.
• Ambitious, proactive, and committed to developing both personally and professionally.

What's on Offer

This client is offering £35,000 - £45,000 dependent on the background experience and level of the right professional, plus benefits, negotiable.