Senior Accountant

ACCA Careers; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Pension

Wellbeing support

Team events

Volunteering days

Recognition initiatives

Job summary

ACCA Careers in Liverpool is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our professional services team, delivering high-quality accounting and financial services to our clients. You will prepare statutory accounts, manage client accounts, and provide tax planning advice, while mentoring junior staff and ensuring timely financial reporting.

The ideal candidate will hold UK qualifications (ACCA/CIMA/ACA), lead a small team, and be proficient in Xero, Sage, QuickBooks and Excel to ensure

Qualifications

• Qualified ACCA/CIMA/ACA with UK accounting and tax experience.
• Experience preparing statutory accounts and supporting audits.
• Knowledge of corporate tax, VAT, personal tax, and self-assessment.
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities.
• Proficient IT skills in Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, and Excel.
• High accuracy with strong prioritisation and communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review statutory accounts and financial statements for clients.
• Manage and oversee client accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
• Provide expert tax planning and financial strategies.
• Mentor and train junior team members.
• Ensure timely submission of financial reports and tax filings.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Analyse financial data to identify areas for improvement and growth.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless service delivery.

Skills

Team leadership

Client management

Tax planning

Data analysis

Communication

Education

ACCA/CIMA/ACA qualified

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

Excel

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team within the professional services industry. This role is based in Liverpool and involves delivering high-quality accounting and financial services to clients.

Client Details

The company is a respected name within the professional services industry, operating as a small sized organisation. It provides exceptional accounting and finance solutions, focusing on supporting its clients with expert advice and tailored services.

Description

• Prepare and review statutory accounts and financial statements for clients.
• Manage and oversee client accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
• Provide expert advice on tax planning and financial strategies.
• Support junior team members through mentoring and training.
• Ensure timely submission of financial reports and tax filings.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, offering professional guidance.
• Analyse financial data to identify areas for improvement and growth.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless service delivery.

A Successful Senior Accountant Should Have

• Qualified ACCA/CIMA/ACA with broad UK accounting & tax expertise
• Experience preparing/statutory accounts and supporting audits
• Confidence in corporate tax, VAT, personal tax, and self-assessment
• Strong team leadership and coaching capabilities
• Excellent IT skills - proficient in Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, and Excel
• High standards of accuracy with strong prioritisation and communication skills

Job Offer

• Competitive salary between £40,000 and £43,000 per annum.
• Permanent position within a reputable company in Liverpool.
• Supportive and collaborative company culture.
• Comprehensive healthcare, pension & wellbeing support.
• Continuous professional development - training, certifications, mentoring.
• Team social events, volunteering days, and recognition initiatives.