Senior - Strood

Xeinadin; Rochester; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Life Assurance x4 annual salary

Employee Assistance Programme

Corporate Discounts Platform

Job summary

Xeinadin in Strood is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our Business Services team. You will support Managers in delivering high-quality accounting and business support to a diverse client base, including sole traders, partnerships, and Ltd companies.

Expect ownership of assigned work, timely delivery, and development of junior staff. You will apply strong technical accounting knowledge, contribute to process improvements, and collaborate with the Tax team where appropriate.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in accountancy practice or similar.
• Strong knowledge of accounts preparation and bookkeeping.
• Experience preparing and reviewing accounts for various entity types.
• Proficient with cloud accounting, especially Xero.
• Confident in communicating with clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist Managers in delivering accounting and business services to client portfolios.
• Complete allocated client work accurately and meet deadlines.
• Prepare and review accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.
• Maintain bookkeeping records using cloud accounting software such as Xero.
• Provide guidance on accounting processes and client inquiries.

Education

ACA/ACCA qualified

Tools

Xero

Job description

Vacancy Name

Senior - Strood

Vacancy No

VN2403

Employment Type

Permanent

Duration

n/a

Location City

Strood

Location Country

United Kingdom

Company Description

Xeinadin was established in 2019 when a number of leading business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It's our people who drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 3000 colleagues operate collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential.

Description

As a Senior Accountant, you will play a key role within our Business Services team, supporting our Managers in delivering high-quality accounting and business support services to a varied portfolio of clients. You will work with a diverse client base including sole traders, partnerships, limited companies, high earners, and property investors. This is a varied and client-focused role involving responsibility for multiple assignments and regular interaction with clients. Working closely with the Managers, you will assist in coordinating and delivering client work, gathering information, resolving queries, and ensuring assignments are completed accurately and on time. You will be expected to take ownership of your assigned work, demonstrate strong technical accounting knowledge, and provide a high level of service to clients while keeping the relevant Manager informed of progress and any matters requiring their input. You will also play an important role in supporting and developing junior members of the team, helping to ensure work is delivered efficiently and to a consistently high standard. The role provides an excellent opportunity for an experienced accountant to further develop their technical and commercial experience across accounts preparation, bookkeeping, management information, cloud accounting systems, and wider business support.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with Managers to assist in the delivery of accounting and business services work across their client portfolios.
• Take responsibility for completing allocated client assignments accurately, efficiently, and within agreed deadlines.
• Prepare and review accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.
• Maintain and review accurate bookkeeping records using cloud accounting software such as Xero.
• Prepare Management Accounts And Other Financial Information Where Required.
• Handle day-to-day client queries confidently, providing clear, concise, and practical responses while referring more complex matters to the relevant Manager where appropriate.
• Build strong working relationships with clients and provide a professional and responsive service.
• Provide clients with practical support and guidance on accounting software, bookkeeping processes, and financial record keeping.
• Assist clients with improving their accounting processes, systems, and procedures.
• Support clients with the implementation and effective use of cloud accounting software and other relevant systems.
• Keep Managers informed of assignment progress, potential issues, and any matters requiring further consideration or escalation.
• Assist with the preparation of information required for tax compliance work, working closely with the firm's Tax team where appropriate.
• Review work prepared by junior members of the team, providing constructive feedback and ensuring a high standard of technical accuracy.
• Support and mentor junior colleagues, sharing knowledge and helping them develop their technical and professional skills.
• Assist Managers in planning and coordinating assignments to ensure deadlines and client expectations are met.
• Keep up to date with changes in accounting standards, technology, and relevant professional requirements.
• Contribute to the firm's business growth by delivering excellent client service, identifying opportunities to add value, and supporting the firm's wider commercial objectives.

Key Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years' relevant experience in an accountancy practice or similar professional environment.
• A strong academic background with relevant accounting experience, ideally ACA or ACCA qualified.
• Strong technical knowledge and practical experience in accounts preparation and bookkeeping.
• Experience preparing and reviewing accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.
• A strong understanding of accounting principles and the ability to apply technical knowledge confidently in practice.
• Good working knowledge of cloud accounting software, particularly Xero.
• Experience working with a range of clients and the ability to communicate confidently and professionally with them.
• Ability to take ownership of allocated assignments and work independently while knowing when to seek guidance or elevate matters to a Manager.
• Strong commitment to continued professional development and keeping up to date with changes in accounting standards and professional requirements.
• Positive, proactive, and professional approach, with the confidence to take responsibility for delivering high-quality work.
• Professional and mature approach when dealing with clients, colleagues, and external stakeholders.
• Previous experience reviewing work or supporting junior members of staff would be advantageous.

Additional Requirements

• Attention to detail and accuracy in handling numbers and financial data.
• Strong desire to learn and develop professionally in tax and accounting.
• Ability to work efficiently to meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong team player, dependable, and proactive.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and prioritise competing demands while consistently meeting deadlines.
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of the importance of delivering value to clients and supporting the firm's growth.

Model

Office Based

Salary

Competitive

Benefits

• Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
• Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority
• Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum
• Business closure over Christmas*
• Life Assurance x4 annual salary
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support, free and confidential
• Corporate Discounts Platform

Flexible Benefits platform with ability to opt-in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self-funded at corporate rates) such as:

• Critical Illness Cover
• Cash plan
• Cycle to work
• Eye care
• Dental
• subject to exceptions and business needs