Senior Practice Accountant

Royal Leamington Spa; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Friendly, family-owned practice

Job summary

Royal Leamington Spa, a friendly family‑owned practice, seeks an experienced accountant to manage a client portfolio from the Rugby office. You will prepare statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies, and handle Corporation Tax and Self‑Assessment returns with VAT work and management accounts.

Build strong client relationships and support juniors. ACCA/ACA or qualified by experience, with experience in practice and cloud software (Xero/Sage/QuickBooks), is required.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualification, or qualified by experience in practice.
• Experience managing your own client portfolio in an accountancy firm.
• Strong knowledge of accounts prep, CT, Self Assessment and VAT.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of clients across industries.
• Preparing statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Preparing Corporation Tax and Self-Assessment tax returns.
• Completing and reviewing VAT returns.
• Producing management accounts and offering advisory support.
• Liaising with HMRC on behalf of clients.
• Supporting clients with bookkeeping and cloud software.
• Guiding junior team members and ensuring deadlines are met.

Skills

Client relationship building

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Proactive and organized

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Qualified by experience (accountancy practice)

Tools

Xero

Sage

QuickBooks

Job description

service. The Role Working Monday to Friday from the Rugby office, you'll manage your own portfolio of clients, supporting sole traders, partnerships and limited companies with a wide range of accounting and taxation services. You'll become a trusted adviser to local businesses, providing practical financial guidance while ensuring clients remain compliant with current legislation.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of clients across a range of industries.
• Preparing statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Preparing Corporation Tax and Self-Assessment tax returns.
• Completing and reviewing VAT returns.
• Producing management accounts.
• Providing accounting, taxation and business advice to clients.
• Liaising with HMRC on behalf of clients.
• Supporting clients with bookkeeping and cloud accounting software.
• Building and maintaining strong, long-term client relationships.
• Ensuring all work is completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Providing guidance and support to junior team members where appropriate.

About You

• ACA or ACCA qualification, or be qualified by experience with substantial accountancy practice experience.
• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice is essential.
• Experience managing your own portfolio of clients.
• Strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation, Corporation Tax, Self Assessment and VAT.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive, organised and client-focused approach.
• High attention to detail and excellent time management.
• Experience using cloud-based accounting software such as Xero, Sage or QuickBooks.

What's On Offer?

• £45,000 - £60,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• Monday to Friday working pattern.
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Permanent, full-time position based in Rugby.
• Friendly, family-owned accountancy practice with an excellent reputation.
• Supportive team with long-serving colleagues.
• Loyal and established client portfolio.
• Long-term career stability with opportunities for continued professional development.
• The chance to make a genuine difference by supporting local businesses across the region.

If you're looking for a long-term opportunity where your expertise will be recognised, your client relationships will be valued, and you'll become part of a close-knit and respected practice, we'd love to hear from you.