Job Description
Lead Accountant Hybrid RoleSalary £40,000 circaLocation: Newport, South WalesContract: Permanent/Full TimeBenefitsHybrid working modelFlexible workingCompetitive salary and benefits packageOngoing professional development and career progressionA modern, supportive environment that recognises and rewards achievementOpportunity to develop into a full time roleAre you an experienced accountant with proven team leadership skills looking for your next challenge? Our client, a modern and fast-growing firm of chartered accountants, is seeking a motivated accountant with management experience to join their expanding team.The RoleThis is a hands-on opportunity to take ownership of the day-to-day finance function within an ambitious and supportive practice. Working closely with the Managing Partner, a former Big 4 Chartered Accountant, you will play a pivotal role in leading a team, managing your own portfolio of clients, and managing an overseas team of accountants to drive the finance function forward.Key responsibilities include:Leading and mentoring a small finance/accounting teamManaging the delivery of accounts preparation, tax, and advisory servicesTaking responsibility for client relationships and ensuring high-quality outputOverseeing workflows and ensuring deadlines are met efficientlySupporting the Managing Partner with strategic finance and practice development initiativesWhy Join?Our client does things differently.
They are a forward-thinking, people-first firm built on transparency, agility, and smart advisory. Their mission is to combine deep technical expertise with modern, cloud-based tools to deliver exceptional results.What sets them apart:Led by a former Big 4 accountant, bringing top-tier knowledge to growing businessesDigital-first, client-centric culture embrace technology to work smarter, not harderSupportive and collaborative team that values autonomy, personal growth, and work-life balanceClear and genuine progression opportunities they invest in their people and back their potentialEssential RequirementsACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent)Qualified by experience with a proven track recordPrevious experience leading and managing a small teamStrong technical background in accounts and taxConfident communicator with the ability to build trusted client relationshipsProactive, tech-savvy, and comfortable working in a dynamic, modern practiceTPBN1_UKTJ