Senior Accountant — SME & Owner-Managed Client Lead

CMR Jobs Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

CMR Jobs Limited is partnering with a well-established Lancaster practice to recruit an Accountant. The role focuses on year-end accounts, VAT, management accounts, and bookkeeping for SME and owner-managed clients, with strong client contact and relationship-building opportunities.

You will work closely with a supportive team, expanding exposure beyond routine work and developing your practice experience in a client-facing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing year-end accounts for SME clients (limited companies, sole traders, partnerships).
• Knowledge of VAT, bookkeeping and general practice work is essential.
• AAT, ACCA/ACA qualification or equivalent through experience is preferred.
• Strong client-facing skills and a desire to develop further in practice.

Responsibilities

• Prepare year-end accounts for SME and owner-managed clients.
• Prepare VAT returns, management accounts and tax returns.
• Manage a portfolio of SME clients and handle day-to-day queries.
• Provide bookkeeping support and guidance on cloud accounting software.
• Collaborate with the team to meet client needs and deadlines.
• Build relationships and act as a trusted point of contact for clients.

Skills

Client communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Problem solving

Education

AAT qualification

ACCA/ACA part-qualified or qualified

Tools

Cloud accounting software

Job description

CMR Jobs Limited is partnering with a well-established Lancaster practice to recruit an Accountant. The role focuses on year-end accounts, VAT, management accounts, and bookkeeping for SME and owner-managed clients, with strong client contact and relationship-building opportunities.

You will work closely with a supportive team, expanding exposure beyond routine work and developing your practice experience in a client-facing environment.