Senior Accountant
Salary: £32,000 - £35,000 DOE
Location: Lancaster Area
Genuine Progression Opportunities
Are you an ambitious Accounts professional looking to join a stable and supportive accountancy practice where you can develop your career in a collaborative environment?
H-FTS is partnering with our client, a well-established independent accountancy practice in the Lancaster area, to recruit a Senior Accountant to join their growing team. With low staff turnover, a strong team culture, and a varied client portfolio, this is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking long-term career development within a respected regional firm.
This role would suit an AAT qualified or part-qualified ACCA/ACA professional with around 2+ years’ UK practice experience who is looking to take the next step in their accountancy career.
The Opportunity
As Senior Accountant, you will manage a varied workload across accounts preparation, bookkeeping review, VAT, and year-end support whilst building strong client relationships across a diverse portfolio.
You will work closely with experienced managers and senior staff in a supportive environment that encourages development, autonomy, and progression.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare year-end accounts for a varied client portfolio
* Review bookkeeping records and VAT returns
* Support clients with day-to-day accounting queries
* Assist with management accounts and financial reporting
* Build and maintain strong client relationships
* Ensure work is delivered accurately and within deadlines
* Support managers with portfolio delivery and workflow management
* Identify opportunities to improve client processes and efficiencies
About You
We are keen to speak with candidates who have:
* AAT qualification or ACA/ACCA part qualification
* Minimum 2+ years’ UK accountancy practice experience
* Experience preparing year-end accounts and VAT returns
* Strong working knowledge of Xero
* Experience with CCH software would be advantageous
* Good bookkeeping knowledge and attention to detail
* Strong communication and client-facing skills
* A proactive and team-oriented approach
* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Experience working with clients in sectors such as agriculture, professional services, hospitality, or leisure would be beneficial.
What’s on Offer
* Salary of £32,000 - £35,000 DOE
* Genuine long-term progression opportunities
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
* Exposure to a varied and interesting client base
* Hybrid working flexibility available
* Ongoing training and development support
* Stable and well-established firm with low staff turnover
* Broad exposure across accounts and advisory work
* Modern systems and cloud-based accounting technology
* Friendly and approachable leadership team
Location & Working Arrangements
* Location: Lancaster Area
* Working Pattern: Office presence encouraged with hybrid flexibility available
* Candidates should ideally live within a 30-40 minute commute
Apply in Confidence
If you are looking to join a supportive and growing practice where your contribution will be recognised and your career can develop further, we would be delighted to hear from you.
David Hawthorne-Finch
Email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com
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