Senior Accountant - Derby Practice (Tax & Client Lead)

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd.; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday

Progression opportunities

4-day working week option

Onsite parking

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Bennett and Game Recruitment are seeking a Qualified Accountant to join their Derby office. This role suits a candidate with strong practice experience, looking to take on greater responsibility across accounts, tax and client work while mentoring junior staff.

You will review and finalise client work, handle complex accounts and tax returns, and contribute to business development within a friendly, supportive firm that offers clear progression and a four-day week option.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified, or equivalent.
• Proven experience working within an accountancy practice.
• Strong experience across general accounts preparation and review.
• Good knowledge of personal and business taxation.
• Comfortable dealing with more complex accounting and tax matters.
• Strong technical and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.
• Ability to provide guidance and constructive feedback to junior members of the team.

Responsibilities

• Initially prepare a selection of accounts from records through to draft stage to gain an understanding of the firm's processes.
• Review accounts prepared by junior and semi-senior members of the team.
• Provide technical feedback and guidance to the wider team.
• Assist with the finalisation of more complex accounts.
• Complete final reviews of client accounts before they are issued.
• Complete a range of personal and business tax returns.
• Deal with client queries and provide technical support where required.
• Research and respond to HMRC and other technical queries.

Skills

Analytical skills

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Independence

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Job description

Bennett and Game Recruitment are seeking a Qualified Accountant to join their Derby office. This role suits a candidate with strong practice experience, looking to take on greater responsibility across accounts, tax and client work while mentoring junior staff.

You will review and finalise client work, handle complex accounts and tax returns, and contribute to business development within a friendly, supportive firm that offers clear progression and a four-day week option.