Senior Accounts Associate

Addington Ball; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive accountancy firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Accounts Associate to manage a portfolio of clients within entertainment, media, and sport. The role involves preparing accounts, managing finances, and ensuring accuracy in VAT and tax returns. Ideal candidates are AAT qualified or studying towards ACCA/ACA and have experience in financial accounts. The position offers a salary up to £36,000, fully funded study support, and professional growth in a vibrant work culture.

Benefits

Fully funded ACCA/ACA study support

Continuous learning opportunities

23 days holiday plus public holidays

Modern office with parking

Pension scheme and health plans

Relaxed and inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Experience in Financial Accounts / Year-end Accounts from within practice.
• Confident in using accounting software such as Xero, Sage, or QuickBooks.
• Strong communication skills.
• Naturally organised and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Support and manage a small portfolio of clients.
• Preparation of consolidated accounts for various companies.
• Prepare management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and cashflow reports.
• Manage personal finances and day-to-day banking.
• Handle VAT and corporation tax returns.

Skills

Accounting software usage (Xero, Sage, QuickBooks)

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive approach

Client relationship management

Education

AAT qualified or studying towards ACCA/ACA

Job description

Ever imagined working with clients who make headlines, fill stadiums, or light up your TV screen? Here s your chance to turn that daydream into a career reality.

This isn t your typical accountancy practice. You ll be joining a value-led, people-first firm that supports big names across entertainment, media, and sport. Think of it as accounting with a twist where no two days (or clients) are ever the same.

As a Senior Accounts Associate, you ll be supporting clients with everything from daily banking to year-end accounts and management reports. You ll act as a trusted partner, helping creative and sporting professionals stay on top of their finances while you continue to grow your own career prospects in a supportive, forward-looking environment, offering fully funded study support.

If you re a practice professional that is AAT qualified or working towards ACCA or ACA (ICAEW), this could be the perfect place to level up your skills, gain exposure to fascinating clients, and enjoy a workplace that genuinely invests in you.

Role Overview

• Support and manage a small portfolio of clients
• Preparation of consolidated accounts for small, medium and Ltd companies
• Prepare management accounts, budgets, forecasts, and cashflow reports
• Manage personal finances, payments, reconcile accounts, and oversee day-to-day banking
• Handle VAT and corporation tax returns with accuracy and insight

The Ideal Candidate

• AAT qualified or studying towards ACCA or ACA with previous experience of Financial Accounts / Year-end Accounts from within practice
• Confident using accounting software such as Xero, Sage, or QuickBooks
• Naturally organised with strong communication skills
• Curious, proactive, and eager to build long-term client relationships

What s on Offer

• Starting salary up to £36,000
• Fully funded ACCA/ACA study support package
• Continuous learning and career development opportunities
• Real progression potential no glass ceilings
• 23 days holiday plus public holidays
• A fun, relaxed and inclusive culture with relaxed dress code
• Modern Bromsgrove offices with parking
• Pension scheme, health plans, and a few extra perks too

Register your interest by applying today or call Luke on (phone number removed) to discuss this opportunity further, always in complete confidence.