Job Description Senior Accountant - Established Chartered Practice with Heritage Salary: £36,000 - £40,000 Career Progression Location: Rotherham Area | Hybrid Working Available About the Opportunity Ready to join a respected Chartered Accountancy practice with genuine heritage and stability? Our client, an established firm serving the Rotherham community for many years, is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join their team as part of the prestigious Nationwide group. What sets this opportunity apart? You'll manage your own diverse client portfolio across multiple sectors while enjoying outstanding career progression opportunities, hybrid working flexibility, and the stability that comes with being part of a well-established, community-focused practice. The Role Client Portfolio Management: • Prepare statutory accounts and comprehensive management accounts for diverse client base • Manage your own client portfolio with direct relationship responsibility • Handle VAT returns and compliance work with accuracy and efficiency • Deliver business advisory services to support client growth and development Team Leadership & Development: • Mentor junior team members providing technical guidance and career support • Contribute to business development initiatives and practice growth strategies • Support practice development through client relationship expansion • Collaborate with senior management on strategic planning and service delivery What You'll Bring Essential Qualifications & Experience: • AAT qualified or Qualified by Experience (QBE) with strong technical foundation • 3-5 years UK practice experience in accounts preparation and client management • Strong technical knowledge across statutory accounts, management accounts, and compliance • Proficiency with accounting software (Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, and other platforms) Professional Skills & Qualities: • Excellent client communication abilities with proven relationship management experience • Portfolio management experience with ability to handle diverse client requirements • Team collaboration skills with mentoring and development capabilities • Business development awareness with commercial understanding • Strong attention to detail with ability to work accurately under pressure • Proactive approach to problem-solving and client service excellence What's On Offer Competitive Remuneration: • Salary: £36,000 - £40,000 (depending on experience and qualifications) • Annual salary reviews with performance-based increases • Bonus opportunities linked to individual and practice performance Comprehensive Benefits: • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays with additional service recognition days • Hybrid working options providing excellent work-life balance flexibility • Pension scheme with employer contributions • Professional development support including CPD funding and training opportunities • Health and wellbeing benefits including private healthcare options Outstanding Career Opportunities: • Clear progression pathways within e stablished practice structure • Part of prestigious Nationwide group offering diverse career opportunities • Mentorship and development programmes for career advancement • Exposure to diverse sectors and complex client work for skill development • Leadership opportunities through team mentoring and business development Excellent Work Environment: • Rotherham location with excellent transport links and parking facilities • Established practice heritage with strong community connections • Diverse client portfolio across multiple sectors and business sizes • Supportive team culture with collaborative approach to client service • Modern office facilities with flexible working arrangements About Our Client Our client is a well-established Chartered Accountancy practice with deep roots in the Rotherham community and many years of heritage serving local businesses. As part of the prestigious Nationwide group, they combine the personal touch of an independent practice with the resources and opportunities of a larger organisation. The practice has built its reputation on technical excellence, exceptional client service, and genuine investment in staff development, creating an environment where experienced accountants can build rewarding, long-term careers. The Location Based in the Rotherham area with excellent transport links to Sheffield, Leeds, and the wider Yorkshire region. The location offers convenient access to major business centres while maintaining strong community connections and competitive cost of living. Ready to Build Your Career with Heritage and Stability? This is your opportunity to join a respected practice with genuine heritage, manage your own client portfolio, and enjoy clear career progression opportunities—all while being part of a prestigious nationwide group that values experience and expertise. To apply or discuss this exciting opportunity in confidence, contact: The H-FTS Team 0333 996 2882 info@h-fts.com Take the next step in your accounting career - apply today! All applications treated in strict confidence