Senior/Semi-Senior Practice Accountant

Michael Page; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established independent accountancy practice in England is seeking a Senior/Semi-Senior Practice Accountant to join their team. The role involves preparing statutory accounts, submitting VAT returns, and providing cloud bookkeeping support using systems like Xero and QuickBooks. The ideal candidate should have solid experience with accounting software, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to work. This position offers a competitive salary package along with professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Solid experience using cloud bookkeeping systems.
• Comfortable preparing accounts using practice software.
• Demonstrate a proactive and organized approach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare statutory accounts for clients.
• Submit VAT returns for client.
• Resolve client queries in a timely manner.

Skills

Experience with accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage)

Strong communication skills

Self-motivated and organized

Ability to manage deadlines

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

Job description

Overview

Senior/Semi-Senior Practice Accountant to join our small, hardworking team in the Shropshire area. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional looking to contribute to a supportive and dynamic work environment.

Client Details

This established independent accountancy practice has been serving businesses and individuals across the Shropshire and West Midlands region for several decades. Known for its hands-on, personable approach, the firm has built an excellent reputation among local owner-managed businesses, family-run enterprises, and professionals who value trusted financial guidance.

Team

You’ll be joining a small but highly experienced team that believes in quality over quantity; taking the time to understand clients’ needs and building genuine, long-term relationships. The practice’s success has come from combining traditional accounting values with modern technology, using cloud platforms like Xero and QuickBooks to streamline workflows and enhance client service.

Growth

The firm continues to grow steadily through referrals and reputation, creating a stable and secure environment for ambitious accountants who want to develop their skills without the pressures of a large corporate firm.

Description

• Preparation of statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies for review and completion.
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns on behalf of clients.
• Responding to and resolving client queries in a timely and professional manner.
• Assisting clients with cloud bookkeeping systems (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage) and providing training/support when needed.
• Supporting senior staff and partners with ad hoc accounting and advisory work, such as management accounts or forecasting.

Profile

• Have solid experience using accounting and bookkeeping software, ideally including Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage (or similar cloud-based systems).
• Be comfortable preparing accounts using practice software; experience with IRIS, CCH, or Digita would be an advantage, but not essential.
• Demonstrate a proactive, organised, and self-motivated approach to work, with the ability to manage deadlines effectively.
• Thrive both independently and within a small, collaborative team where everyone supports each other.
• Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to liaise directly with clients and build long-term relationships.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary package.
• Continuing professional development opportunities.