Senior Accountant

AJ Chambers ®; Southend-on-Sea; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days leave

Hybrid working

Paid overtime

TOIL

Professional membership fees

Enhanced sick pay

Personal development plans

Modern offices

Job summary

AJ Chambers is seeking an Accounts Senior in Southend, Essex, offering a structured route into client management within a genuine independent practice. The role focuses on production of statutory accounts and corporation tax returns, with progression toward Client Manager alongside close support from senior Managers.

You will review work, develop junior staff, and handle day‑to‑day client queries, all within hybrid, flexible working, and a benefits package including 31 days’ leave and ongoing

Responsibilities

• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts for a range of clients
• Preparing and reviewing corporation tax returns
• Supporting Managers with the delivery of client work
• Reviewing work prepared by junior colleagues
• Handling client queries and day-to-day communication

Job description

Senior Accountant | Southend, Essex | Up to £45,000

Full time | Hybrid & flexible working | 31 days’ leave | Client Manager progression

Looking for a genuine route into client management, rather than another Senior role with vague promises of progression?

Perhaps you’re ready for greater responsibility, but want the right support and experience behind you before making that step.

This independent practice is recruiting ahead of a pending internal promotion, creating a clear opportunity for an Accounts Senior to develop into a Client Manager position.

A Better Balance

You’ll have hybrid and flexible working arrangements, alongside a benefits package that properly recognises any additional time you put in while allowing you to focus on your life outside of work.

You’ll benefit from:

• 31 days’ annual leave
• Two days working from home after probation and flexible working patterns

A Clear Route to Client Manager

This is a production focused role with structured progression. You’ll work closely with Managers while gradually taking on more responsibility for reviewing work, supporting junior colleagues and communicating with clients.

This will give you:

• A clear pathway from Accounts Senior into Client Manager
• Close support from experienced Managers
• More responsibility for client queries and communication
• Experience reviewing work and developing junior staff

A Typical Day

• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts for a range of clients
• Preparing and reviewing corporation tax returns
• Supporting Managers with the delivery of client work
• Reviewing work prepared by junior colleagues
• Handling client queries and day-to-day communication

The Full Package

• Salary up to £45,000
• 31 days’ annual leave including bank holidays
• Hybrid working and flexible hours
• Paid overtime and TOIL
• Professional membership fees covered
• Enhanced sick pay, increasing with service
• Personal Development Plans
• Modern open plan offices

If you’re an accountant looking for a genuine route into client management within a supportive independent practice.