Senior Practice Accountant

Employal; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm is seeking a Senior Practice Accountant to manage client accounts and ensure compliance with accounting deadlines. Ideal candidates will be AAT qualified with 3+ years of experience, proficient in accounting software, and possess strong communication skills. This full-time role offers opportunities for professional development and a supportive team culture based in Leicestershire with hybrid options.

Benefits

Supportive team culture

Exposure to diverse projects

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years practice experience in accounting.
• Proficient in managing accounts and tax computations.
• Experience with cloud-based accounting tools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage client accounts across various industries.
• Produce and file management accounts and tax returns.
• Review junior accountants' work for quality assurance.
• Build client relationships and resolve queries efficiently.
• Adopt new accounting software for efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with accounting deadlines.

Skills

AAT qualification

Proficient in accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage)

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Experience in payroll

Leadership skills

Education

AAT qualification or ACCA/ACA qualified

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Senior Practice Accountant

Circa £40,000 per annum DOE

Leicestershire (hybrid options available)

Full Time, Permanent

Our client is a fast-growing firm of Chartered Certified Accountants and is seeking an experienced Senior Practice Accountant to become a key part of their expanding team. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious accounting professional who thrives in a dynamic, client-focused environment and wants to grow with a firm that values professional development.

The Role

• Manage a portfolio of clients accounts across multiple industries.
• Producing and filing management accounts, corporate and personal tax returns
• Managing VAT returns and self-assessments
• Review the work of junior accountants and support their development
• Building strong client relationships and resolving queries efficiently
• Adopting and implementing new cloud-based accounting software and digital tools to improve efficiency
• Ensure compliance with accounting and tax deadlines
• Production of year-end accounts and management reports

About You

• AAT qualification with at least 3 years practice experience, or ACCA/ACA qualified
• Proficient in accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage etc.)
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail
• Experience within payroll is desirable, but not essential
• Confident in preparing and reviewing accounts and tax computations
• A natural leader as well as a team player.

What is on offer

• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Exposure to a diverse client portfolio and exciting projects
• Opportunities for continued professional development

Interested? Please click Apply today!