A well-established and growing accountancy practice in Hull is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Accountant to join its expanding Accounts team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with owner-managed businesses but wants to move beyond simply preparing year-end accounts.
You'll work with a varied portfolio of clients, taking responsibility for accounts preparation, tax compliance and client relationships while supporting the development of junior colleagues.
The firm offers a supportive, relationship-led environment where you'll have the opportunity to take genuine ownership of your work, build strong client relationships and progress towards management.
The Role:
Preparing statutory accounts for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders
Preparing accounts in accordance with FRS 102 and FRS 105
Preparing corporation tax computations and returns
Producing management accounts for a varied portfolio of businesses
Preparing and reviewing VAT returns
Working directly with clients to resolve accounting and tax queries
Managing assignments from initial preparation through to completion
Reviewing work completed by junior accountants
Supporting and mentoring trainees and Semi Seniors
Ensuring assignments are completed accurately and within agreed deadlines
Supporting clients with Xero, QuickBooks and other cloud accounting platforms
Identifying opportunities to improve clients' accounting processes
Working closely with Managers and Partners on more complex assignments
Building strong, long-term relationships with business owners
The Candidate:
ACA or ACCA qualification, although strong QBE candidates will also be considered
At least 3 years' experience within a UK accountancy practice
Strong statutory accounts preparation experience
Experience working with owner-managed businesses
Good knowledge of FRS 102 and FRS 105
Experience preparing corporation tax computations
Knowledge of Xero, QuickBooks or similar accounting software
Confidence communicating directly with clients
Strong organisational and time-management skills
Excellent attention to detail
Experience reviewing or supporting junior colleagues
A proactive and commercially minded approach
What's On Offer
£38,000 – £48,000 basic salary, depending on experience
Flexible working arrangements
Generous annual leave
Company pension
Professional subscriptions
Ongoing technical training and CPD
Exposure to a varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses
Direct client contact and portfolio responsibility
Opportunity to mentor junior accountants
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Opportunity to develop advisory experience
Career progression towards Assistant Manager and Manager level