Senior Accountant

Job Title: Senior Client Accountant
Location: Milton Keynes
Package: Up to £50,000 , hybrid working, 23 days holiday (plus bank holidays), and more
Working Hours: Full time, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm

A fantastic opportunity has arisen within a modernised and innovative accountancy practice in Milton Keynes, for a Senior Client Accountant. This practice are digitally focused, and put their dedicated clients first. This is a great place to strengthen your career

This role is an integral one to the business, where you will be working alongside the Senior Manager, playing a crucial role in reviewing the work of juniors, delegating tasks, mentoring juniors, servicing clients, and more

Senior Accountant Job Responsibilities

* Manage a portfolio of SME clients across a range of industries
* Build strong client relationships through proactive communication and support
* Prepare and review statutory accounts under FRS 102 and FRS 105
* Prepare and review corporation tax computations and CT600 submissions
* Produce management accounts, forecasts and financial reports
* Review VAT returns and ensure compliance standards are maintained
* Provide practical financial insight and business advice
* Liaise with HMRC, Companies House, banks and other third parties
* Review work completed by junior team members
* Provide mentoring, guidance and technical support
* Support workflow planning and team development
* Work with Xero, Dext and other cloud-based accounting tools
* Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes and client reporting

Senior Accountant Job Requirements

* ACA or ACCA qualified, or qualified by experience
* Minimum of 5 years experience in UK Accountancy Practice
* Experience managing SME clients independently
* Good working knowledge of Xero and cloud accounting software
* Experience overseeing juniors, and reviewing work
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills

Senior Accountant Salary & Benefits

* Paying from £40,000-£50,000 depending on experience
* Hybrid working available, 1 day a week
* Ongoing professional development and CPD support
* Excellent career progression opportunities within a growing practice
* 23 days holiday, plus bank holidays
* Standard pension and sick pay contributions

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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