Senior Accountant

Carr Jenkins Hood; Tregof; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working options

Professional development

Career progression

Collaborative team

Diverse client portfolio

Job summary

Carr Jenkins Hood is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our growing practice in Swansea. The role focuses on managing an SME client portfolio, mentoring staff, and delivering high quality accounting services.

Key tasks include year-end and management accounts, VAT, bookkeeping, and cloud accounting with a strong emphasis on client relationships and advisory opportunities.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualified or by experience with significant practice experience.
• Experience managing SME client portfolios in an accountancy practice.
• Proficient with Xero and Excel; solid UK tax knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of SME clients across industries.
• Act as day-to-day contact for clients, providing practical advice and support.
• Prepare and review year-end accounts, management accounts, VAT returns, and statutory filings.
• Assist clients with bookkeeping, cloud accounting, and financial reporting.
• Review work by junior staff and ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Mentor and develop junior colleagues.
• Build strong client relationships through regular communication.
• Identify opportunities to improve client processes and add advisory value.
• Liaise with HMRC and other third parties as required.
• Collaborate with colleagues to meet deadlines and deliver exceptional service.

Skills

Client relations

Mentoring

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified (or by experience)

Tools

Xero

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Senior Accountant/Assistant Manager

Location: Swansea/hybrid

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Senior Accountant to join our growing accountancy practice. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building strong client relationships, mentoring colleagues, and managing a varied portfolio of SME clients in a fast-paced practice environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of SME clients across a range of industries.
• Act as the primary day-to-day contact for clients, providing practical advice and responsive support.
• Prepare and review year-end accounts, management accounts, VAT returns, and other statutory filings.
• Assist clients with bookkeeping, cloud accounting, and financial reporting.
• Review work completed by junior team members, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Mentor, train, and support junior staff, encouraging their technical and professional development.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular communication.
• Identify opportunities to improve client processes and add value through advisory services.
• Liaise with HMRC and other third parties on behalf of clients where required.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure deadlines are met and exceptional client service is delivered.

About You

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or qualified by experience with significant practice experience).
• Experienced in managing a portfolio of SME clients within an accountancy practice.
• Highly proficient in Xero and confident using Microsoft Excel.
• Technically strong with excellent knowledge of UK accounting principles and tax compliance.
• An effective communicator with the ability to build lasting client relationships.
• Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a busy practice environment.
• A supportive mentor who enjoys coaching and developing junior colleagues.
• Commercially aware, with a client-focused approach and a commitment to delivering high-quality service.

Desirable Skills

• Experience with additional cloud accounting software such as Hubdoc, QuickBooks, or Sage.
• Experience preparing management accounts and providing business advisory support.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible working options.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Clear opportunities for career progression.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Exposure to a diverse and interesting client portfolio.