Senior accountant

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a well-established accountancy practice in Lincoln, working with a diverse client base. This role offers strong exposure to complex work, client interaction and clear progression within a growing team.

Client Details

This independent accountancy firm is well regarded in the Lincoln market, supporting a wide range of owner managed businesses, SMEs and growing enterprises. The firm has built a strong reputation for delivering high quality advisory and compliance services, with a focus on developing long term client relationships and supporting business growth.

Description

• Managing a portfolio of clients including limited companies, sole traders and partnership
• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts in accordance with UK GAAP and FRS 102/FRS 105.
• Reviewing bookkeeping and management accounts prepared by junior team members.
• Supervising, mentoring and developing Junior Accountants and Apprentices.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for clients, building strong and trusted relationships.
• Providing business advisory support, identifying opportunities to add value.
• Reviewing VAT returns and supporting corporation tax compliance processes.
• Ensuring assignments are completed within agreed budgets and deadlines
• Assisting Partners with workflow management and practice development.

Profile

• ACA / ACCA qualified.
• Proven experience as a Senior Accountant or similar role.
• Experience managing a portfolio of clients.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK accounting standards.
• Experience reviewing work and supervising junior staff.
• Exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent customer service and the ability to build rapport and manage client relationships.

Job Offer

• Supportive team environment that values professional growth and career progression.
• A dedicated wellbeing team, providing support, initiatives, and resources to promote a healthy work-life balance.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Company pension scheme
• Company health cash plan
• Free on-site parking
• Access to a staff benefits platform, offering health and wellbeing support plus exclusive retail discounts.