Senior Accountant

CMA Recruitment Group; Waterlooville; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic accountancy practice in Waterlooville is looking for a Senior Accountant to manage accounts and mentor the team. The position requires a fully qualified accountant with at least 5 years of experience in a practice environment. Responsibilities include preparing and reviewing accounts, building client relationships, and advising on tax planning. This role offers flexible working, competitive salary, and career growth opportunities within a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangement

Ongoing training

Competitive salary with potential for bonus

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Fully qualified accountant with relevant professional membership.
• 5+ years' experience in a busy practice environment.
• Proven ability to prepare, review, and quality check accounts and tax returns.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, submit, and review accounts and tax returns for clients.
• Provide mentorship and training to team members.
• Build strong client relationships and advise on tax planning.

Skills

Qualified accountant

Communication skills

UK tax legislation knowledge

Client service

Organisational skills

Education

Membership in a professional body (AAT, ATT, ACCA)

Tools

Accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, DEXT, FreeAgent)

Job description

Join a rapidly growing, dynamic accountancy practice based in Waterlooville, Hampshire, where traditional values blend seamlessly with modern thinking. This thriving small business-focused firm prides itself on fostering a supportive culture that values questions, nurtures talent, and encourages continuous learning. As a close-knit team of accounting, bookkeeping, and payroll professionals, they’re on a mission to redefine what small business accounting support looks like — with plenty of opportunities for career growth, one day remote working per week, and a genuinely friendly atmosphere where nobody’s too “big time” to make a round of brews.

What will the Senior Accountant role involve?

• Preparing, submitting, and reviewing accounts and tax returns for a diverse portfolio of clients, including sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
• Providing mentorship, training, and technical guidance to your accounting ‘pod’ and wider business teams
• Leading by example to embody and promote company values within the accountancy team
• Building strong client relationships through effective communication and onboarding new clients into your portfolio
• Advising clients on tax planning and optimisation to maximise efficiency
• Delivering advisory services around cash flow, budgets, and pricing, supported by ongoing training
• Managing bookkeeping, VAT returns, CIS, and year-end client meetings with precision
• Handling client fee reviews and liaising with HMRC and Companies House to resolve queries accurately
• Supporting external client training and maintaining continuous professional development

Suitable Candidate for the Senior Accountant vacancy:

• Fully qualified accountant with membership of a relevant professional body (AAT, ATT, ACCA, etc.)
• 5+ years’ experience in a busy practice environment managing a broad client base
• Proven ability to prepare, review, and quality check accounts and tax returns across multiple entity types
• Experience working with accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, DEXT, and FreeAgent
• Strong understanding of UK tax legislation with confident advisory skills
• Excellent communication skills, able to explain complex financial information clearly and concisely
• Highly organised and skilled at managing priorities and deadlines without compromising quality
• Friendly, professional, and proactive with a passion for client service and professional growth
• A growth mindset, open to learning and adapting, with a curious approach to challenges

Additional benefits and information for the role of Senior Accountant:

• Flexible working arrangement including 1 day WFH per week
• Supportive and collaborative team culture that values your input and development
• Opportunities to expand technical knowledge and gain advisory expertise through ongoing training
• Regular reviews and performance feedback aligned with personal and team goals
• Competitive salary with potential for bonus and career progression
• Office-based in accessible Waterlooville location with modern facilities

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