Senior Accountant (Tax)

Reed; Essex; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed is seeking a Senior Accountant in Southend-on-Sea, Essex, with strong tax experience to join an ambitious accountancy practice. The role combines accounts preparation, client management and tax work for owner-managed businesses and individuals.

You will work with a diverse client portfolio and help deliver high-quality accounting and tax support. The role involves managing client deadlines, mentoring junior team members, liaising with HMRC, and providing advisory support to strengthen

Qualifications

• Experience working in an accountancy practice.
• Strong knowledge of accounts preparation and taxation.
• ACCA, ACA, ATT or studying towards a professional qualification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review statutory accounts for various client types.
• Prepare and review personal and corporation tax returns.
• Provide tax advice and identify planning opportunities for clients.
• Manage a portfolio of clients and act as main contact.
• Review bookkeeping, VAT returns and management accounts.

Skills

Accounts preparation

Taxation

Education

ACCA/ACA/ATT or studying

Job description

Southend-on-Sea Up to £50,000 DOE Full-Time Accountancy Practice

Join a Growing and Ambitious Accountancy Practice

A well-established accountancy practice in Southend-on-Sea is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant with strong tax experience to join its expanding team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished practice professional who enjoys a varied role combining accounts preparation, client management, and tax work. The successful candidate will work closely with a diverse portfolio of owner-managed businesses and individual clients, providing expert accounting and tax support while building long-term client relationships.

The Role

As a Senior Accountant, you will take responsibility for managing a portfolio of clients, ensuring accounting and tax matters are handled efficiently and to the highest professional standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts for limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships.
• Preparing and reviewing personal and corporation tax returns.
• Providing tax advice and identifying tax planning opportunities for clients.
• Managing a portfolio of clients and acting as their main point of contact.
• Reviewing bookkeeping, VAT returns, and management accounts.
• Liaising directly with HMRC on behalf of clients.
• Supporting clients with financial and business planning matters.
• Assisting with the development and training of junior team members.
• Ensuring compliance deadlines are met and work is delivered accurately.

About You

• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice is essential.
• Strong knowledge of both accounts preparation and taxation.
• ACCA, ACA, ATT qualified, qualified by experience, or studying towards a professional qualification.
• Experience preparing personal and corporation tax returns.
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational abilities.
• Able to manage multiple client deadlines effectively.
• Proactive and commercially minded approach.

What's on Offer?

• Salary of up to £50,000 depending on experience.
• Opportunity to work with a varied and interesting client portfolio.
• Clear career progression and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Ongoing training and exposure to advisory work.
• Pension scheme and additional company benefits.
• Southend-on-Sea office location with free parking available.