Senior Accountant / Accounts Manager

Blusource Professional Services Ltd; Huntingdon; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Study support

Career development

Salary review

Pension scheme

Private healthcare

Job summary

Blusource Professional Services Ltd is recruiting a Senior Accountant / Accounts Manager for a leading accountancy firm near Huntingdon. Hybrid working with up to 2 days from home, great offices, and strong study support.

This role offers career development and regular salary review to reward performance. You will prepare year-end financial statements for SMEs, compute Corporation Tax, complete Self-Assessment, advise on tax efficiency, and liaise with HMRC.

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with proven post-qualification experience in practice. Part-qualified candidates will be considered if they have ample experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and finalise year-end financial statements for small and medium-sized entities.
• Prepare Corporation Tax computations and returns.
• Complete Self-Assessment tax returns for directors, business owners and partners.
• Provide proactive, value-added advice on tax efficiency, accounting systems and compliance.
• Respond to client queries via email, phone and in-person meetings.
• Identify opportunities to deliver additional services to existing clients.
• Assist in implementing and improving internal processes, systems and technology.
• Ensure client files and working papers comply with ICAEW guidelines.
• Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge on legislation and accounting standards.
• Liaise with HMRC and other regulatory bodies on behalf of clients.
• Support the bookkeeping team and assist with ad hoc assignments including management accounts, budgeting and cashflow forecasting.
• Undertake additional duties to support partners and the smooth running of the practice.

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent)

Job description

We are actively recruiting for an exciting job opportunity with a leading employer and accountancy firm close to Huntingdon, Peterborough, Northamptonshire and Cambridgeshire. Available at a Senior Accountant / Accounts Manager level, the salary level is open, dependent on experience and this firm offer flexible hours, great offices, strong study support, plus regular career development and salary rise reviews, aimed to reward and keep their best staff.

The office location means this role is commutable from locations such as St Ives, Huntingdon, Peterborough, Cambridge, St Neots, Bedford, Ely, and Kettering, especially given the hybrid working and flexibility on offer, with a couple of days a week from home available.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and finalise year-end financial statements for small and medium-sized Limited Companies, LLPs, Partnerships, and Sole Traders.
• Prepare Corporation Tax computations and returns.
• Complete Self-Assessment tax returns for directors, business owners, partners, and associated individuals.
• Provide proactive, value-added advice to clients on tax efficiency, accounting systems, and regulatory compliance.
• Respond to client queries in a timely and professional manner via email, telephone, and in-person meetings.
• Identify opportunities to deliver additional services to existing clients, supporting overall business growth.
• Assist in implementing and improving internal processes, systems, and technology to enhance efficiency and workflow.
• Ensure all client files and working papers are prepared and maintained in line with ICAEW guidelines and internal practice standards.
• Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge, including changes in legislation, accounting standards, and industry best practices.
• Adhere to firm policies on confidentiality, ethics, and professional conduct at all times.
• Liaise with HMRC and other regulatory bodies on behalf of clients.
• Work collaboratively with the bookkeeping team and assist with ad hoc assignments, including management accounts, budgeting, and cashflow forecasting.
• Undertake additional duties as required to support the partners and ensure the smooth running of the practice.

Requirements:

• ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with proven post-qualification experience in practice. We would consider someone who is part-qualified if they have ample experience.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary in-line with market rate.
• 21 days of annual leave, plus all UK bank holidays
• Subsidised private healthcare
• Pension scheme to support your future
• Hybrid working for greater flexibility and balance – up to 2 days a week from home
• Comprehensive mental health and wellbeing support
• Regular social events to connect and celebrate with the team
• A friendly, professional team to work alongside
• A positive culture that promotes a strong work-life balance
• Regular opportunities to undertake additional CPD alongside any formal studies, together with excellent in-house training opportunities
• Opportunity to progress and develop your career within a well-respected practice
• Free parking