Senior Accountant

• Location: Lancaster
• Salary: From £45,000, depending on experience
• Job Type: Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days from home)
• Start Date: ASAP

We are delighted to be recruiting for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a growing and ambitious accountancy practice in Lancaster. This role is perfect for an individual who enjoys combining technical accounting expertise with leadership responsibilities and is looking to play a key role in the development of both clients and colleagues.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Preparation and review of statutory accounts, management accounts, and tax returns.
• Managing a portfolio of clients and building strong working relationships.
• Providing proactive business and financial advice to clients.
• Ensuring all work is completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and support business growth.

Leadership, Management & Accountability:

• Drive ownership and accountability throughout the team.
• Demonstrate inspirational leadership by leading through example and promoting a positive team culture.
• Coach, mentor, and develop team members to support their professional growth and maximise performance.
• Review work completed by accountants and provide constructive, supportive feedback.
• Take a hands-on approach to team leadership, ensuring individuals feel motivated, engaged, and well supported.
• Implement and monitor performance measures, helping the team achieve both individual and departmental objectives.
• Support the wider business through collaboration, communication, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• ACA or ACCA qualified.
• Highly experienced AAT-qualified candidates will also be considered.
• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop others.
• Commercially aware with a proactive and client-focused approach.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary starting from £45,000, depending on experience.
• Hybrid working arrangement (3 days in office, 2 days from home).
• Opportunity to influence and develop a growing team.
• Varied and interesting client portfolio.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Long-term career progression opportunities.

If you are a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in accountancy and leadership, please apply today for this Senior Accountant position. Submit your CV.