Senior Accountant

Curtis Recruitment; West Boldon; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus up to 5%

Life insurance

Health insurance

Company pension

Free onsite parking

Social and client events

Job summary

Curtis Recruitment is seeking a Senior Accountant to lead client portfolios, oversee statutory accounts and tax work for a varied client base. You will act as a trusted advisor, manage relationships, and guide junior staff in a dynamic practice environment.

The role combines hands-on delivery with leadership and potential hybrid working after settling in. UK-qualified candidates with strong cloud accounting experience are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Qualified ACCA/ACA/CIMA with UK practice background.
• Minimum 5 years in a UK accountancy practice.
• Strong year-end accounts preparation and handling of CT, SA and VAT.
• Ability to manage a portfolio with minimal supervision and deliver files for partner review.
• Clear, professional communication with clients and colleagues.
• Experience with cloud accounting and practice management software.
• Familiarity with MTD for Income Tax and SEIS/EIS exposure.

Responsibilities

• Portfolio management from start to finish for owner-managed businesses, sole traders and partnerships.
• Prepare and review statutory accounts (FRS 102) and tax computations.
• Handle corporation tax, self-assessment, VAT and related advisory work.
• Build proactive relationships and manage client expectations.
• Mentor and support junior team members and drive service quality and growth.

Skills

Portfolio management

Client relations

Team leadership

Tax compliance

Communication

Education

ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualified

Tools

Cloud-based accounting software

Practice management software

Job description

A modern, dynamic accountancy practice is recruiting for a Senior Accountant to join its growing team. This renowned firm provides a range of high-quality accounting services to a varied client portfolio including ambitious owner-managed businesses, property investors, and high-net-worth individuals.

• competitive salary
• bonus of up to 5%
• life insurance
• health insurance
• company pension
• free onsite parking
• social and client events

This role is predominantly office based; however, an element of hybrid and flexible working will be available once settled in.

Whilst advertised as Senior Accountant, the role is effectively a Client Manager.You will inherit an established, varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses, acting as their main point of contact and trusted advisor. This is a senior, hands-on role offering autonomy over your workload and direct client relationships.

As Senior Accountant your responsibilities will include:

• Portfolio Management Manage files from start to finish, preparing and reviewing statutory accounts (FRS 102 Section 1A) for limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships
• Taxation Prepare corporation tax computations, self-assessment tax returns, and handle VAT returns/advisory
• Client Relations Build strong, proactive relationships and manage expectations seamlessly
• Team Leadership Mentor and support the development of junior team members, leading by example on quality and service
• Practice Growth Stay ahead of regulatory changes (including MTD for Income Tax) and identify value-add opportunities for clients

• Be a fully qualified member ACCA, ACA, or CIMA
• Minimum of 5 years experience within a UK accountancy practice
• Strong year-end accounts preparation and confident handling of corporation tax, self-assessment, and VAT
• Ability to manage a portfolio with minimal supervision and deliver files ready for partner review
• Clear, professional communication skills with both clients and colleagues
• Experience with cloud-based accounting packages and ideally, practice management software
• Familiarity with MTD for Income Tax
• Exposure to SEIS/EIS, director loan accounts, and s455 tax

Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications for this role from candidates that do not have the right to work in the UK, or require visa sponsorship, either currently or in the future. This includes those currently on a student or graduate visa.

Additionally, candidates must have experience gained within UK accountancy practice. We stipulate these criteria due to the high volume of applications from outside of the UK.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

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