At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage diverse client portfolios and provide expert advice in a supportive environment.
- Company: Established accountancy practice in Biggleswade with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, and tailored benefits package.
- Other info: Enjoy a close-knit team atmosphere with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact as a trusted advisor while mentoring junior staff.
- Qualifications: ACCA qualified or finalist with strong practice experience required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 60000 £ per year.
A fantastic opportunity has arisen within a small, established general accountancy practice for a Senior Accountant, within their Biggleswade office. This is a vital, client-facing role, acting as the 'second in command' to the Sole Practitioner.
The ideal candidate will be a master of all elements of general practice, possessing the technical expertise to manage a diverse portfolio independently while providing essential coaching and mentorship to junior staff. Paying up to £60k for fully qualified candidates, this position offers significant autonomy and the chance for a dedicated professional to become the primary advisor for their own set of clients. This is a great opportunity to make a real impact in a supportive environment where your expertise is recognized and valued by both the team and the clients you serve.
Senior Accountant Job Overview- Manage a diverse portfolio of clients, including sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies, acting as their primary point of contact.
- Prepare and review core statutory accounts, corporation tax returns, and personal tax returns.
- Oversee day-to-day transactional work, including payroll processing and VAT filing.
- Guide clients through the transition to Making Tax Digital (MTD) for income tax and handle quarterly filings.
- Provide proactive end-of-year planning and advice on traditional accounting queries.
- Review work prepared by junior staff (including those currently in their first year of ACCA) and provide hands-on training and body-language-based support in the office.
- Lead client onboarding processes for new introductions to the firm.
- Assist the Sole Practitioner with high-level advisory projects and practice management tasks.
- ACCA qualified (preferred) or a finalist nearing the end of exams with strong practice experience.
- Significant experience in a general accountancy practice (typically 5+ years).
- Strong technical knowledge of UK accounting standards, PAYE, and VAT regulations.
- Proficiency in Sage (Cloud and Desktop), QuickBooks, and TaxCalc software.
- Proven ability to work independently in a 'small-town' office environment where ad-hoc client walk-ins are common.
- Excellent relationship management skills with the 'kudos' to act as a trusted lead advisor.
- Ability to work onsite full-time to facilitate team collaboration and junior staff development.
- £40,000 - £60,000 per annum, strictly depending on qualification status and experience.
- Onsite working in a central Biggleswade location.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Tailored benefits package, including open discussions regarding enhanced pension contributions or additional holiday entitlement.
- A close-knit, collaborative working environment with a direct line to the business owner.
- Direct recognition for your work as a primary advisor to the firm's client base.
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