Senior Practice Accountant

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent firm in Dorchester seeks a Senior Practice Accountant to manage a diverse client portfolio. This role offers the chance to work closely with a Partner, delivering both compliance and advisory services in a supportive team culture. Ideal candidates will be ACA/ACCA qualified or equivalent with relevant experience, looking for real autonomy and the opportunity to make an impactful contribution.

Benefits

Collaborative team culture

Opportunity for autonomy

Impact on client service

Qualifications

• ACA/ACCA qualified or QBE with recent UK practice experience.
• Strong technical knowledge and attention to detail.
• Experience managing client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied portfolio of clients and deliver compliance and advisory services.
• Review work from colleagues and enhance client relationships.
• Work closely with a Partner in a hands-on role.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Attention to detail

Client relationship management

Initiative

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified or QBE

Job description

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Location: Dorchester, Dorset

Description:

Senior Practice Accountant - Dorchester ACA/ACCA or QBE Independent Firm

Are you an experienced practice accountant looking for a role where your expertise is truly valued? This is a rare opportunity to join a long-established, independent firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, personalised service to clients across Dorset and beyond.

The Role

As a Senior Practice Accountant, you'll work closely with a Partner to manage a varied portfolio of clients. You'll be hands-on in delivering compliance and advisory services, reviewing work from colleagues, and playing a key role in maintaining and growing client relationships.

What You'll Bring

• ACA or ACCA qualified, or QBE with recent, relevant UK practice experience
• Strong technical knowledge and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Experience managing client relationships and delivering high-quality service
• Comfortable in a hands-on role with minimal staff management

Why This Firm?

• A collaborative, supportive team culture
• A client base rich in rural and agricultural enterprises
• Real autonomy and the chance to make a visible impact
• A firm that values people, not just numbers

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or feel free to call Lorna Pilling directly. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Please note: All applicants must have Right to Work in the UK.