Senior Accountant

Redmore Recruitment limited; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

A forward-thinking recruitment firm based in the UK is seeking an experienced Accountant (Team Leader) for a hybrid role in Newport, South Wales. In this permanent, part-time position, you will manage a team, oversee client accounts, and ensure timely delivery of financial services. Ideal candidates are ACA/ACCA qualified with strong technical skills in accounting and tax, along with proven leadership experience. Opportunities for career growth and a supportive work environment are offered.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Competitive salary and benefits package

Ongoing professional development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Strong technical background in accounts and tax.
• Previous experience leading and managing a small team.
• Proven track record in accounting functions.

Responsibilities

• Managing the delivery of accounts preparation, tax, and advisory services.
• Leading and mentoring a small finance/accounting team.
• Overseeing workflows and ensuring deadlines are met efficiently.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Technical accounting skills

Proficiency with modern finance tools

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Accountant (Team Leader) - Hybrid Role

Salary £35,000, pro-rata to 3 days. Location: Newport, South Wales. Contract: Permanent/Part Time.

Benefits:

• Hybrid working model
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• A modern, supportive environment that recognises and rewards achievement
• Opportunity to develop into a full time role

The Role

This is a hands-on opportunity to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function within an ambitious and supportive practice. Working closely with the Managing Partner, a former Big 4 Chartered Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in leading a team, managing your own portfolio of clients, and managing an overseas team of accountants to drive the finance function forward.

• Managing the delivery of accounts preparation, tax, and advisory services
• Leading and mentoring a small finance/accounting team
• Taking responsibility for client relationships and ensuring high-quality output
• Overseeing workflows and ensuring deadlines are met efficiently
• Supporting the Managing Partner with strategic finance and practice development initiatives

Why Join?

Our client does things differently. They are a forward-thinking, people-first firm built on transparency, agility, and smart advisory. Their mission is to combine deep technical expertise with modern, cloud-based tools to deliver exceptional results.

• Led by a former Big 4 accountant, bringing top-tier knowledge to growing businesses
• Digital-first, client-centric culture - embrace technology to work smarter, not harder
• Supportive and collaborative team that values autonomy, personal growth, and work-life balance
• Clear and genuine progression opportunities - they invest in their people and back their potential

Essential Requirements

• ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent)
• Qualified by experience with a proven track record
• Previous experience leading and managing a small team
• Strong technical background in accounts and tax
• Confident communicator with the ability to build trusted client relationships
• Proactive, tech-savvy, and comfortable working in a dynamic, modern practice