Senior Accountant

SMH Group; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing accountancy firm in Barnsley seeks a Senior Accountant to manage client portfolios and prepare complex financial statements. The role offers excellent mentorship and the pathway to leadership, perfect for an ambitious accounting professional looking to shape their career. A competitive salary of up to £45k is offered, alongside various benefits including study support and flexible working hours. Join a firm dedicated to client success and your professional growth.

Benefits

Full study support

Flexible working hours

25 holiday days plus bank holidays

Annual Leave Purchase Scheme

Company Aegon Pension

Health Cash Plan

Paid volunteering day

Payment of professional memberships

Cycle to work scheme

Monthly bonus

Qualifications

• 1+ years PQE as an Accountant in public practice.
• Strong IT skills across various accounting software.
• Ability to manage a portfolio of clients actively.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of clients independently.
• Prepare complex financial statements and tax returns.
• Attend client meetings and contribute to business development.

Skills

Proactive

Organised

Excellent communicator

Forward-thinking

Self-motivated

Confident

Ambitious

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified with practice background

Tools

Office 365

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

IRIS

MyWorkpapers

Job description

Are you an ambitious accounting professional ready to take the next step in your career? Do you have the drive and leadership skills to shape the future of a growing accountancy practice? If so, this is a unique opportunity to join our firm as a Manager, with an opportunity to future Directorship for the right individual.

About Us

SMH Group is a multi-disciplined professional services company with over 10 employees which include Chartered Accountants, Tax Advisers, Financial Planners and Legal professionals working across ten offices throughout the Yorkshire/Derbyshire region.

At SMH Group we truly believe our people are our greatest strength which is why we want to give them the confidence to grow and shape their future.

As we continue to grow as a business, we strive to be guided by our core behaviours:

• Client Centric
• One Firm
• Caring – doing the right thing for our people, clients and communities

With clients and our people at the forefront of everything we do, we leave no stone unturned to deliver consistent and impactful results. We foster a culture of respect, support, and inclusion within our teams.

We are a forward-thinking accountancy practice dedicated to providing expert advice to a diverse client bank. Our commitment to excellence and client success has driven our growth, and we are now looking for a talented individual to join us at a senior level, with the potential to become a key leader in our Barnsley office.

The Role

As a Senior Accountant, you will deliver a first class service to our clients and provide accounts and audit support to a busy accountancy practice, working closely with senior management, and driving the firm’s strategic goals. You will be given the support, mentorship, and structured development plan needed to progress your career.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Able to manage and take responsibility for own portfolio of clients
• Preparation and review of complex company financial statements
• Preparation and review of interim management accounts
• Preparation and review of personal tax returns
• Preparation and review of partnership accounts and returns
• Review and submit quarterly VAT returns
• Forecasts and business projections – not essential
• Attend client meetings and interact with directors and business owners
• Train members of staff and allocate duties
• Contributing to business development, identifying opportunities for growth including group wide cross business referrals
• Working closely with the current Managers, Directors and Partners to shape the future of the firm.
• Overseeing compliance and ensuring exceptional client service.

The Successful Candidate

We are looking for a professional who embodies the following characteristics.

The Person

• Proactive
• Organised
• Excellent communicator
• Forward-thinking
• Self-motivated
• Confident
• Ambitious

Qualifications And Experience

• ACA or ACCA qualified with a strong background in practice (ideally 1+ years PQE) as an experienced Accountant in public practice. Finalists will also be considered with the right amount of experience and a drive to succeed and progress within the firm.
• Must be able to actively manage own workloads and take responsibility and ownership of work.
• Ambition to step into a leadership role and a clear vision for your career progression.
• Must possess strong IT skills (Office 365, Sage, Xero, QuickBooks etc.)
• Must be fully adept with accounts preparation programs, preferably IRIS and MyWorkpapers.
• Appetite and confidence to manage a portfolio of mixed clients, and business development in an environment where the emphasis was on accounts, tax and advisory work is a must.
• Ideally have experience in a client facing role including meeting with new prospect clients.

What’s On Offer

• Salary up to £45k depending on experience
• Full Study support if required (CTA for example)
• 37.5 hours per week. (With possibility of flexible working around core hours 10.30am – 4.00pm)
• Holiday entitlement of 25 holiday days per year plus bank holidays
• Annual Leave Purchase Scheme (purchase up to 5 more days!)
• Company Aegon Pension (salary sacrifice option available)
>Health Cash Plan
• Charity Work – 1 day paid volunteering a year
• Payment of professional memberships
• Cycle to work scheme
• Various other staff incentives and benefits
  • Commission based referral scheme
  • Google review reward
  • Birthday vouchers
  • Free parking or street parking at all sites
  • STAR Reward (monthly bonus)
  • Pay day lunch & dress down
  • Staff Discount scheme on Wills, LPA’s and Mortgages fee.
  • Free eye tests
  • Free fruit in the offices
  • Regular staff socials – topped off with a group wide annual staff Summer Do and Christmas Party.

How to apply

Send your CV to [e-mail]

This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to step into a role where your leadership, expertise, and vision will be recognised and rewarded. If you’re ready to take this exciting step, we’d love to hear from you.