Senior Practice Accountant

Xpert Recruitment Solutions Limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Xpert Recruitment Solutions Limited in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage a busy portfolio within an established practice. This permanent, hands-on role suits someone who enjoys producing accurate year-end accounts and tax returns.

You'll handle year-end accounts, corporation tax computations, VAT returns and Self Assessment, review work by juniors, and ensure deadlines are met with consistent quality. Independent work style and meticulous attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in an accountancy practice preparing accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Good working knowledge of VAT, Self Assessment and corporation tax.
• A careful eye for detail and the ability to spot inconsistencies before they become problems.
• A steady, organised approach to managing deadlines and a varied workload.
• Confidence reviewing figures and checking work prepared by others.
• A helpful, approachable manner when supporting junior colleagues.
• The ability to get on with the job, work independently and deliver consistently good work.

Responsibilities

• Preparing year-end accounts and financial statements for a varied portfolio of clients.
• Carrying out corporation tax computations, VAT returns and Self Assessment tax returns.
• Reviewing and checking work completed by junior colleagues.
• Liaising with clients to gather information and address queries.
• Ensuring deadlines are met with accurate, well-prepared outputs.

Skills

Accounts preparation

Detail-oriented

Deadline management

Independent working

Team support

Client communication

Education

AAT

ACCA

ACA

Tools

Xero

TaxCalc

Job description

Senior Accountant

Permanent

Stoke-on-Trent

£35,000 - £40,000

Experienced, accurate and happy to get stuck into the detail?

We're looking for a dependable and experienced Senior Accountant to join an established accountancy practice in Stoke-on-Trent.

This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys the practical side of accountancy, is confident managing their own workload and takes pride in producing accurate, well-prepared accounts and tax returns.

You'll work across a varied portfolio of clients, preparing year-end accounts, corporation tax computations, VAT returns and Self Assessment tax returns, alongside checking work completed by junior colleagues.

We're looking for someone who knows their stuff, has a methodical approach and is happy working through their workload efficiently and thoroughly. You'll be comfortable working independently, keeping on top of deadlines and maintaining consistent standards without needing lots of direction.

You’ll also be a reliable point of contact for junior team members who need a bit of technical guidance or a second opinion.

What matters most is that you're good at what you do, take pride in getting things right and enjoy being hands-on. You don't need to be chasing the next promotion or looking to overhaul the way things are done. We need someone who values doing a solid job, day in and day out.

What you'll bring

• Solid experience in an accountancy practice, preparing accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Good working knowledge of VAT, Self Assessment and corporation tax.
• A careful eye for detail and the ability to spot inconsistencies before they become problems.
• A steady, organised approach to managing deadlines and a varied workload.
• Confidence reviewing figures and checking work prepared by others.
• A helpful, approachable manner when supporting junior colleagues.
• The ability to get on with the job, work independently and deliver consistently good work.

Experience with Xero and TaxCalc would be beneficial, alongside a relevant accountancy qualification such as AAT, ACCA or ACA.

The role

You'll be joining an established practice where accuracy, consistency and reliability are valued. The focus is on getting the day-to-day work done properly, looking after clients and supporting the team.

If you're an experienced accountant who enjoys the routine of practice work, likes to keep busy and takes satisfaction in a job well done, we'd love to hear from you.