Senior Accounts Lead — Client Advisory & Mentoring

Xeinadin Group; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK accountancy practice is seeking a qualified accountant to manage a diverse portfolio of clients in Chelmsford. The successful candidate will handle year-end accounts, ensure compliance in financial reporting, and mentor junior staff. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills are essential. This role offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including a pension scheme, enhanced family leave policies, and options for additional annual leave. It's an office-based position with a focus on quality service delivery.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Company Pension Scheme

25 days of annual leave + bank holidays

Life Assurance x4 annual salary

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Qualified (part-qualified) practice accountant with relevant certifications.
• Strong experience within accountancy practice required.
• Ability to mentor and manage junior team members effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage a dynamic portfolio of clients ensuring accuracy in financial reporting.
• Prepare and submit year‑end accounts, VAT Returns, and Confirmation Statements.
• Mentor junior team members while maintaining quality standards.

Skills

Qualified practice accountant (ACCA/ACA/AAT)

Experience in accountancy practice

Proficiency in accounting software

Interpersonal and communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Good organisational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

A leading UK accountancy practice is seeking a qualified accountant to manage a diverse portfolio of clients in Chelmsford. The successful candidate will handle year-end accounts, ensure compliance in financial reporting, and mentor junior staff. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills are essential. This role offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including a pension scheme, enhanced family leave policies, and options for additional annual leave. It's an office-based position with a focus on quality service delivery.