Senior Accountant

ProTalent Limited; Preston; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Job summary

ProTalent Limited is actively seeking a qualified senior accountant with practice experience to join their dynamic team in a senior capacity reporting to partners and associates. The role emphasizes independence, responsibility, and a well-rounded skill set to handle accounts, taxation, and audits for diverse clients.

Ideal candidates will hold ACA or ACCA qualifications with at least 3 years in practice, strong communication, and proficiency in IRIS, Sage, Xero, and QuickBooks.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualification with at least 3 years of practice experience.
• Experience in audit assignments is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent communication skills and technical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accounts for limited companies, LLPs and partnerships.
• Create management accounts, vat returns, and financial forecasts.
• Handle all areas of taxation and prepare corporation tax computations.
• Lead and manage audit assignments from planning to completion.
• Resolve accounts queries with clients and maintain high-quality account and audit files.
• Supervise and provide feedback on work prepared by junior team members.

Skills

Audit & accounts preparation

Client communication

Team leadership

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Tools

IRIS

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Are you a qualified Accountant with practice experience looking for a challenging senior role reporting directly to partners and associates? This opportunity is for someone who is well-rounded, independent, and ready to take on responsibilities within a dynamic team.

Role and responsibilities:

• Prepare accounts for limited companies, LLP’s and partnerships.
• Create management accounts, vat returns, and financial forecasts.
• Handle all areas of taxation and prepare corporation tax computations.
• Lead and manage audit assignments from planning to completion.
• Resolve accounts queries with clients and maintain high-quality account and audit files.
• Supervise and provide feedback on work prepared by junior team members.

Ideal candidate:

• ACA or ACCA qualified with at least 3 years of practice experience.
• Experience in audit assignments is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent communication skills and technical knowledge.
• Ability to manage junior team members and their development.
• Proficiency in accounts software such as IRIS, Sage, Xero, QuickBooks.

If you are looking for a senior accountant role with the opportunity to work with a diverse client base and a supportive team, this position offers a competitive salary, ongoing professional development, and the chance to expand your skills and experience.