Senior Accountant

Hays PLC; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant eager for career growth and professional development. This role offers the chance to work with modern tools and industry-leading software to streamline processes while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. You will join a supportive and friendly team, gaining diverse client exposure across various industries, including construction and ecommerce. With a competitive salary and tailored benefits, this opportunity allows you to thrive in a professional yet friendly environment, making a significant impact on your clients' financial success.

Benefits

Flexible working

Free on-site car parking

Qualifications

• Seeking a skilled Senior Accountant with ACA/ACCA or equivalent qualification.
• Extensive experience in practice and strong knowledge of tax regulations required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare statutory accounts and tax returns for diverse clients.
• Utilise accounting software for practice management and workflow.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Financial Planning

Tax Regulations Knowledge

Compliance

Education

ACA/ACCA or equivalent qualification

Significant proven experience in a senior accounting role

Tools

Xero

Digita

Karbon

Sage

Quickbooks

Dext

Job description

Public Practice Senior Accountant job opportunity based in Welwyn Garden City

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant who is looking for career growth - ongoing professional development and opportunities to progress. Modern tools and technology - work with industry-leading software like Xero, Digita and Karbon to streamline processes. Work-Life balance - they support flexible working arrangements where possible. A supportive team - join a knowledgeable and friendly team that works together to achieve the best results for their clients. Diverse client exposure - they work across multiple industries, with a broad range of businesses. Competitive package - they offer a competitive salary, performance-based rewards, and benefits tailored to support your career. This firm is committed to maintaining a professional yet friendly environment where accountants can thrive, take ownership of their work and make a real impact.

Responsibilities:

1. Prepare statutory accounts, corporation tax returns and personal tax returns for a diverse portfolio of clients, with the majority being limited company small businesses.
2. Industries include construction, manufacturing, recruitment, ecommerce and many more.
3. Utilise Digita for accounts and tax preparation, and Karbon for practice management and workflow.
4. The majority of their clients use Xero and Dext for bookkeeping, with a handful using other software such as Sage and Quickbooks.
5. Provide financial planning, budgeting/forecasting and business advisory services for clients.
6. Ensure compliance with accounting regulations and tax laws.
7. Reviewing VAT returns prepared by juniors/bookkeeping staff.

Qualifications:

1. You will be ACA, ACCA, or equivalent qualification (or significant proven experience in a senior accounting role).
2. Extensive experience in practice.
3. Strong knowledge of tax regulations, financial reporting standards, and compliance.

Benefits:

1. Flexible working.
2. Free on-site car parking.

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