Job Description:
Senior Accountant
Puro Associates are delighted to be supporting a progressive and growing accountancy practice in their search for an experienced Senior Accountant to join their team in Corwnall.
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or qualified-by-experience accountant who enjoys building strong client relationships, providing advisory support, and managing a varied portfolio of SME clients. The successful candidate will join a forward-thinking firm that embraces modern technology and offers genuine opportunities for progression.
Benefits
* Competitive salary package
* Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
* Ongoing professional development and training support
* Exposure to a varied and growing client portfolio
* Clear progression opportunities within the firm
* Supportive and collaborative working environment
* Modern systems and technology-focused approach
Key responsibilities will include
* Managing a portfolio of SME clients and acting as a trusted point of contact
* Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts and corporation tax returns
* Reviewing VAT returns and management accounts
* Supporting clients with financial reporting, forecasting, and business performance analysis
* Building and maintaining strong client relationships through regular communication
* Liaising with HMRC and other external stakeholders where required
* Reviewing work completed by junior team members and providing guidance and support
* Assisting with workflow management and ensuring client deadlines are met
* Identifying opportunities to improve internal processes and client systems
* Supporting company secretarial and compliance-related matters when required
Requirements
* Must have at least 3 years experience working within a UK accountancy practice (Please note without this direct accountancy practice experience your application will not be considered)
* ACA or ACCA qualification, or significant relevant practice experience
* Strong knowledge of accounts preparation, corporation tax, and VAT
* Experience managing a portfolio of clients independently
* Experience reviewing and supporting junior team members would be advantageous