Job Description
Accounts Senior / Accountant with proven experience in an accountancy practice, who is CA / ACCA / AAT qualified OR QBE and has strong technical ability in accounts prep and tax.
SALARY: Up to £36,000 per annum (depending on experience) + Benefits
LOCATION: Newport, Telford & Wrekin, Shropshire
JOB OVERVIEW
We have a fantastic new job opportunity for an Accounts Senior / Accountant with proven experience in an accountancy practice, who is CA / ACCA / AAT qualified OR QBE and has strong technical ability in accounts prep and tax.
As the Accounts Senior / Accountant you will have solid practice experience, will understand the pace of compliance work, value accuracy, and support clients through financial deadlines.
But this Accounts Senior / Accountant role is more than just accounts prep. The role of an Accountant is changing, we’re embracing that shift, and this role will evolve giving you space to contribute, innovate, and take ownership.
DUTIES
Your duties as Accounts Senior / Accountant will include:
* Preparing year-end accounts for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders
* Completing corporation and personal tax returns
* Supporting VAT and bookkeeping where needed
* Managing your own client portfolio and acting as a primary contact
* Collaborating with the Client Manager to meet deadlines and team goals
* Mentoring and reviewing junior team members while contributing to a collaborative culture
* Assisting with forecasting, budgeting, and management reporting when relevant
* Using cloud tools like Xero to streamline delivery and keep things paper-free
CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
You are confident in your technical skills, reliable under pressure, and take pride in delivering clear, accurate work. You’ve worked in a practice environment and want to keep growing.
Must-haves:
* Experience in an accountancy practice
* CA, ACCA or AAT qualified (or QBE with proven experience)
* Strong technical ability in accounts prep and tax
* Confidence to manage your own time and take ownership of work
* Experience with cloud tools like Xero
* Alignment to our values
Nice-to-haves:
* Experience reviewing junior colleagues’ work
What You’ll Get:
* A people-first culture built on clarity, trust, and teamwork
* Competitive Salary
* A role that blends structure with autonomy and flexibility
* A collaborative, ego-free team that supports each other’s success