Senior Accountant

We’re delighted to be recruiting a Senior Accountant on behalf of a family-owned accountancy practice based in Blaby. This vacancy offers the opportunity to join a friendly and supportive team, working with a varied client portfolio while building long-term professional relationships. The successful candidate will join a respected practice that places great value on client relationships, professional development and delivering a high-quality service.

• £38,000 – £42,000 per annum
• Monday to Thursday 9:00am to 4:45pm, Friday 9:00am to 4:00pm
• 33-hour working week with a 30-minute lunch break
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Study support available
• On-site parking

Duties and responsibilities

• Prepare statutory accounts for a varied portfolio of business clients
• Produce management accounts and financial reports as required
• Prepare and review VAT returns in line with current regulations
• Assist with the preparation of personal and corporate tax returns
• Manage and develop client relationships, acting as a key point of contact
• Provide accounting and taxation advice to clients
• Review work completed by junior team members and provide guidance and support where required

Required skills and experience

• AAT qualified
• Extensive experience working within an accountancy practice
• Good working knowledge of Xero (essential), Dext, QuickBooks and TaxCalc
• Experience preparing accounts for a varied client portfolio
• Good working knowledge of VAT and tax compliance requirements
• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to other office location in Leicestershire or client premises when required