Senior Accountant

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Wrexham; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established accountancy practice in Wrexham seeks a Senior Accountant to manage operations and oversee a small accounts team. You will support the Director by relieving workload, prepare year-end accounts, and ensure tax efficiency for clients. The role also involves supervising VAT returns and consulting with clients on financial matters. Candidates should ideally be ICAEW, ACCA or ACA qualified with a minimum of 5 years' experience in a UK accountancy practice. Salary is up to £50,000 and includes hybrid working options.

Benefits

23 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Wellness Programme

On-site free parking

Study Support and CPD

Pension

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a UK accountancy practice.
• At least 3 years' experience managing or supervising a small team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a small accounts team.
• Support the Director in day-to-day workload and provide technical oversight.
• Supervise and approve VAT returns.
• Prepare year-end accounts and tax returns.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge across personal tax

VAT expertise

Accounts preparation

Corporation tax knowledge

Team management

Education

ICAEW, ACCA, or ACA qualified (or qualified by experience)

Job description

Our client is a well-established accountancy practice based in Wrexham with a solid client portfolio of (Apply online only) clients, ranging from sole traders to limited companies reporting under FRS 105 with turnovers up to 3 million. The team currently comprises six dedicated staff including accounts assistants, a payroll administrator, and a director who is the firm's sole chartered accountant. The business has built a strong local reputation and prides itself on delivering personal, proactive, and high-quality services to a wide range of clients across various sectors.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced accountant to step into a senior role and take the lead in managing the day-to-day operations of the accounts team. Successful candidates will play a key part in relieving some of the workload from the firm's director, overseeing the accounts department and liaising closely with senior stakeholders. The role involves both client-facing responsibilities and team supervision.

Senior Accountant Job Overview

• Lead and manage a small accounts team, including assistants, apprentices, and payroll staff
• Support the Director by easing the day-to-day workload and providing technical oversight
• Supervise and approve VAT returns prepared by junior staff
• Prepare and complete year-end accounts and tax returns for a diverse client base
• File and manage capital gains tax returns
• Review client accounts to ensure optimal tax efficiency and compliance
• Consult with clients both in-person and over the phone regarding financial and tax matters
• Assist in the preparation and filing of corporation tax returns
• Resolve general client queries and provide ongoing accountancy support
• Liaise closely with senior leadership to ensure consistent quality across the team

Senior Accountant Job Requirements

• Ideally ICAEW, ACCA, or ACA qualified (qualified by experience may be considered in exceptional cases)
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a UK accountancy practice
• At least 3 years' experience managing or supervising a small team
• Strong technical knowledge across personal tax, VAT, accounts prep, and corporation tax

Senior Accountant Salary & Benefits

• Salary: Up to 50,000 (DOE)
• Working Hours: 9am - 5pm, Monday to Friday
• Hybrid Working: 4 days in office, 1 day from home (potentially 2 days after probation)
• Holiday: 23 days plus 8 bank holidays, plus 1 additional day per year of service
• Wellness Programme
• On-site free parking
• Study Support and CPD, Clear progression route with potential share options
• Pension