Our Client
Our client is a long-established and highly respected accountancy and advisory firm in the South West, supporting owner-managed and growing businesses across the region. With the backing of a wider national group, they combine the strength, scale and specialist expertise of a larger organisation with the values, culture and relationships of a local practice.
They are known for putting people first clients and employees and for offering flexibility, progression and a genuinely supportive working environment.
Due to continued growth, they are now looking for an Accounts Senior to join their Business Services team.
The Role
This is a varied, client-facing role where youll take responsibility for delivering high-quality accounts and advisory support to a portfolio of clients, while working closely with managers, partners and junior team members.
Youll have the opportunity to shape your role around your experience and availability, with part-time or full-time hours available and flexibility around working patterns.
Key responsibilities include:
Preparing draft year-end and management accounts with clear, structured working papers
Completing basic corporation and personal tax computations
Analysing and reviewing client data, identifying gaps or issues and resolving these directly with clients
Planning and prioritising work to meet deadlines and client expectations
Maintaining strong client relationships and acting as a trusted day-to-day contact
Managing job budgets, chargeable time and engagement processes (including KYC and engagement letters)
Producing schedules, correspondence and reports using Excel, Word and practice software
Supporting and mentoring junior team members, including delegating work and providing feedback
Feeding back to managers and partners on client or operational matters
Youll also be encouraged to contribute more broadly to the business by:
Getting involved in business development activity, including cross-referrals and social media
Building your internal and external network
Developing your technical knowledge and exploring areas of specialism
About You
ACA / ACCA qualified or part-qualified, AAT Level 4, or qualified by experience
Solid experience preparing statutory accounts (FRS102 / FRS105) and tax computations
Confident working directly with clients and managing your own workload
Strong Excel and Word skills; experience with cloud accounting software (e.g. Xero, QBO) is beneficial
Organised, proactive and comfortable juggling multiple priorities
A team player who enjoys supporting and developing others
Interested in progressing your career, whether into management or a specialist area
Whats on Offer
A competitive salary negotiable depending on experience.
Part-time or full-time hours from 22 hrs per week upwards
Hybrid and flexible working with choice of offices (see below)
Clear career progression opportunities
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Pension, life assurance and private health benefits
Healthcare cash plan and wellbeing support
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Annual pay reviews and tailored career development plans
Friendly, inclusive culture with active social clubs and employee forums
High-quality office environments across the South West
Office days can be worked from your choice of offices across the South West: Bath, Bristol, Swindon, Taunton, Cirencester, Trowbridge, Glastonbury, Chippenham.
Call to Action
If youre looking for a flexible, progressive role within a people-focused accountancy firm where your experience is valued and your career can genuinely grow wed love to hear from you.
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