Senior Accountant

Anonymous; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable accounting firm in the UK is looking for a Senior Accountant to manage client portfolios and ensure compliance with UK accounting standards. The role involves hybrid working, overseeing the accounts team, and engaging directly with clients. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants with a background in practice, proficient in cloud accounting systems, and possess strong communication skills. This position offers competitive salary and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working setup

33 days annual leave

8% non-contributory pension

Full remote working setup provided

Qualifications

• Qualified with ACCA or Chartered Accountant status or qualified by experience.
• Confident in reviewing accounts and tax work prepared by others.
• Experienced in working with owner-managed business clients.
• Organised and reliable, comfortable working independently.
• Good judgement and strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Review statutory accounts for accuracy and compliance.
• Manage a portfolio of owner-managed business clients.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients.
• Ensure accounts and tax returns are filed accurately.
• Liaise with His Majesty's Revenue and Customs as required.

Skills

Knowledge of cloud accounting systems

Strong attention to detail

Ability to manage client expectations

Clear and professional communication

Education

ACCA or Chartered Accountant qualification

Tools

Xero

TaxCalc

AutoEntry

Apron

Xenon

Syft

Job description

Senior Accountant

Accounts Review and Owner-Managed Business Clients

Hybrid Working plus 3 Days per week in Livingston office

Salary: £43,000 to £48,000 pa

Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm

Start date: January or February 2026 (or earlier by agreement)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant with a strong background in professional practice to take responsibility for reviewing statutory accounts and managing day-to-day queries for a portfolio of owner-managed business clients.

This is primarily a review and client-facing role. You will oversee work prepared by the accounts team, ensure technical accuracy and compliance with United Kingdom accounting standards, and act as a trusted point of contact for clients throughout the year.

Your focus will be on quality, clarity, and maintaining strong client relationships, while working with a modern, cloud-based workflow.

Why this role Is attractive

• Hybrid working, with typically only three days per week in the office
• Full remote working setup provided, including laptop, phone, additional screen and printer
• 33 days annual leave, including bank holidays
• 8% non-contributory pension
• Modern cloud-based systems and workflows, including TaxCalc, Xero, AutoEntry, Apron, Xenon and Syft
• Realistic workloads, well-planned deadlines and direct access to partners for technical support
• A stable firm with low staff turnover and long-standing client relationships

What you will be doing

• Reviewing statutory accounts for accuracy and compliance with United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice
• Reviewing corporation tax computations and returns
• Preparing management accounts where required
• Reviewing value added tax returns
• Managing a portfolio of owner-managed business clients, typically with turnovers of up to eight million pounds
• Acting as the main point of contact for clients, handling queries by email and telephone
• Liaising with His Majesty's Revenue and Customs as required
• Ensuring accounts and tax returns are finalised and filed accurately and on time
• Working closely with partners on technical and complex matters when needed

About you

This role will suit you if you are:

• Qualified with the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants or Chartered Accountant status, or qualified by experience with strong practice background
• Confident reviewing accounts and tax work prepared by others
• Experienced in working with owner-managed business clients in a small or medium-sized practice environment
• Organised, reliable and comfortable working independently
• A clear and professional communicator who can build trust with clients
• Confident using cloud accounting systems, with experience of Xero being advantageous but not essential
• You will have good judgement, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage client expectations calmly and professionally.

About us

We are an independent firm of Chartered Accountants serving clients across Edinburgh, West Lothian and Glasgow. We specialise in working with small and medium-sized owner-managed businesses, using modern systems and efficient processes to deliver a high-quality, personal service.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking, well-established firm offering stability, flexibility and a genuinely supportive working environment.