Management Accountant/ Senior Bookkeeper

Accountant
Bury St Edmunds
Hybrid
Up to £45,000 + Bonus

A prominent and forward-thinking medium-sized accountancy practice is seeking an experienced and client-focused Senior Accountant to join its growing team in Bury St Edmunds. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident professional to manage a varied portfolio of high-net-worth individuals and media/entertainment clients in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Role Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of 10-20 clients, acting as their main point of contact.
• Prepare management accounts, cash flow forecasts, and VAT submissions.
• Oversee bookkeeping, bank reconciliations, and ledger maintenance.
• Handle credit control, purchase and sales ledger tasks, and general data entry.
• Use and receive training in cloud-based platforms including Xero, QuickBooks, and Dext.
• Liaise regularly with clients and their representatives, ensuring high-touch service.
• Provide mentorship to junior staff and support ad hoc finance projects.
• Occasionally travel to the London office as required.

Personal Requirements

• Previous experience working within a UK accountancy practice.
• Strong working knowledge of Xero (QuickBooks/Dext experience desirable).
• Excellent communication skills with a proactive, client-first approach.
• Highly organised and capable of managing competing deadlines.
• Team player with the ability to work independently when needed.
• Flexible, detail-oriented, and keen to develop professionally.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Performance based annual bonus.
• Private medical insurance and life assurance.
• Regular in-house training and support with professional qualifications.
• Internal mentoring and structured development opportunities.
• Hybrid working policy to support work-life balance.
• Inclusive team culture with social events and monthly treats.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and on-site gym.
• Cycle to work scheme, performance bonuses, and more.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your accountancy career within a forward-thinking and supportive firm known for developing talent and promoting from within. Apply today to find out more.

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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
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