Senior Business Services Advisor

Cherry Professional; Newark on Trent; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Professional in the UK is seeking an experienced Qualified Accountant (ACA or ACCA) to manage a varied client portfolio from its Newark or Retford offices, or across both locations.

You will lead the preparation of statutory accounts and ensure HMRC compliance, with the option to participate in audit work for larger clients. The role offers flexibility to base yourself at Newark or Retford or split time between both offices.

Qualifications

• Experience in an accountancy practice with owner‑managed businesses and SMEs.
• Confident preparing statutory accounts and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to communicate clearly with stakeholders.
• Audit exposure is beneficial but not essential.
• Collaborative mindset with willingness to learn and develop.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of practice clients and build trusted relationships.
• Prepare and review statutory accounts for limited companies and other clients.
• Ensure HMRC compliance across filings and deadlines.
• Support clients with queries and provide proactive advice.
• Assist with audit assignments for larger clients when required.
• Collaborate with colleagues across Newark and Retford to maintain high standards.

Skills

Client portfolio management

Statutory accounts preparation

HMRC/compliance awareness

Audit exposure (beneficial)

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Job description

Accounts Senior Newark or RetfordCompetitive salary plus benefits (dependent on experience)

A well-established and highly regarded accountancy practice with offices in Newark and Retford is looking to recruit a Qualified Accountant (ACA or ACCA) to join its growing team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced practice professional to take ownership of a varied client portfolio, with the flexibility to be based at either the Newark or Retford office, or to work across both locations.

The firm is known for its excellent culture, continuous development and genuine team collaboration, offering a supportive environment in which to develop your career.

The role You'll manage a portfolio of clients, including owner‑managed businesses and SMEs, taking a lead role in the preparation of statutory accounts and ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements.

Depending on experience and interest, you may also support audit work for some of the firm’s larger clients.

The role offers flexibility around office location, with the opportunity to work from either Newark or Retford, or split your time between the two.

Key responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of practice clients and building strong, trusted relationships.


• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts (limited companies and wider practice clients).


• Ensuring HMRC compliance across relevant filings and deadlines.


• Supporting clients with queries and providing practical, proactive advice.


• Assisting with (or participating in) audit assignments for larger clients where required.


• Working closely with colleagues across the offices to maintain high standards and improve processes.

What we're looking for

• ACA or ACCA qualified.


• Strong experience within an accountancy practice.


• Confident preparing statutory accounts and managing deadlines and compliance.


• Comfortable managing a client portfolio and communicating clearly with stakeholders.


• Audit exposure is beneficial but not essential.


• A collaborative mindset and interest in continued learning and development.

What's on offer

• A stable role within a well-established accountancy practice operating across Newark and Retford.


• Flexibility to be based at either office or work across both locations.


• Excellent support, training and a culture of continuous development.


• Friendly, professional team environment with genuine long‑term progression.


• Competitive salary and benefits package, tailored to experience.