About the Firm
Our client is a highly respected, independently owned regional firm of Chartered Accountants, providing a high calibre service to various clients across East Anglia. This is a modern, progressive firm driven by innovation, adaptability, and a genuine investment in its people. Employees are truly valued as the firm’s greatest asset. With a strong emphasis on both personal development and long-term career progression, this is a place where ambitious professionals can thrive.
The Opportunity
Reed Practice are delighted to be partnering with this outstanding firm to recruit a Senior Accountant. This is not an audit role. Instead, you’ll work closely with a diverse portfolio of clients, delivering high-quality accounting and tax services while enjoying interesting, varied work and strong client interaction. You’ll benefit from real autonomy, a collaborative team environment, development and progression, and the opportunity to build lasting client relationships.
Key Responsibilities for the Senior Accountant
Accounting & Tax
* Prepare draft accounts and tax computations for senior review
* Complete self‑assessment, business, and partnership tax returns
* Capital gains tax computations
VAT, CIS & Payroll
* Prepare and submit VAT returns and liaise with HMRC; advising clients on VAT matters
* Manage CIS returns
* Produce P11Ds and support payroll processes
Advisory & Client Support
* Provide forecasting and financial projections
* Support clients with key business decisions
* Identify opportunities to add value and grow client accounts
Team Leadership
* Supervise, mentor, and review junior team members, ensure work meets the firm’s high standards
Why Join This Firm?
* Genuine investment in your development and career progression; treat you as a person not just a “a number on a seat”.
* Supportive, knowledgeable, and collaborative team culture
* Strong, stable client base across East Anglia; clients local to your office = less travel.
* Varied, engaging workload with no audit requirement
* Competitive, flexible salary depending on experience
About You
* AAT qualified, or ACA/ACCA finalist, or Qualified by Experience (QBE) with strong practice exposure
* Proven experience preparing accounts and tax returns in a UK practice
* Confidence managing a varied client portfolio
* Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
* A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset
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