Job Description
Job Description: Accounts Senior / Semi-Senior
Location: LeicestershireSalary: Flexible depending on experienceExperience: Qualified, part-qualified or QBE with strong small–medium practice background
Overview
A long-established and reputable accountancy practice is seeking an experienced Accounts Senior / Semi-Senior to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accountant who has built their career within a small or medium-sized practice environment and can hit the ground running with client work from day one.
The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience in accounts preparation, tax compliance and—ideally—some exposure to audit. The role is fully office-based, so applicants must be local to the area.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
* Produce management accounts and financial reports
* Complete corporation tax computations and self-assessment returns
* Assist with (or lead) audits if experienced
* Oversee bookkeeping and VAT return preparation/review
* Liaise directly with clients to resolve queries and provide ongoing support
* Work independently with minimal supervision and manage deadlines confidently
* Support junior team members where required
Candidate Requirements
* Qualified, part-qualified or qualified-by-experience
* Strong background in a small/medium-sized practice is essential
* Ability to work independently and adapt quickly — must be able to hit the ground running
* Experience across accounts, tax, and ideally audit
* Confident communicating directly with clients
* Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
* Must live locally and able to work full-time from the office
What’s on Offer
* Flexible salary based on experience
* Friendly, supportive team environment
* Varied client portfolio and hands-on exposure
* Excellent opportunity for long-term progression within the practice