If you're an experienced practice accountant looking for a role where your technical skills genuinely make a difference, this could be the right next step.
Our client is a well-established, independent firm of Chartered Accountants based in Loughton, with a strong reputation built over many decades. They work with a wide-ranging client base, including owner-managed businesses, entrepreneurial individuals, and UK subsidiaries of international groups, across a broad range of sectors.
They're now looking for an Accounts Senior to join their Business Services Group, where you'll manage a varied portfolio of clients and play a key part in delivering high-quality accountancy work from start to finish.
The role is ideally full-time, though the firm is open to discussing part-time arrangements for the right candidate.
Please note: This position does not include study support for ACA or ACCA qualifications.
What You'll Be Doing
- Preparing statutory accounts for a variety of entities, including limited companies, sole traders, partnerships, LLPs, charities, and group structures
- Preparing and reviewing VAT returns, bookkeeping assignments, and management accounts
- Managing your workload to meet agreed deadlines and budgets, ensuring all files are complete with minimal outstanding queries
- Clearing review points, posting adjustments, and producing well-presented, high-quality final files
- Supporting the outsourcing function, including job allocation, query resolution, and initial review of returned work
- Maintaining accurate time recording using CCH
- Supervising junior team members, supporting their development, and providing end-of-job feedback
- Keeping managers and partners updated on client issues as they arise
- Liaising with the Tax Department on any relevant queries
- Staying current with CPD requirements and identifying opportunities to add further value to clients
What We're Looking For
- Ideally, fully AAT qualified or qualified by experience (QBE) in a similar practice environment
- Demonstrable experience across statutory accounts preparation, VAT, and management accounts
- Strong attention to detail, with the ability to produce accurate, high-quality work consistently
- Well-organised, with the ability to manage competing deadlines effectively
- Clear and confident communicator, comfortable liaising with clients, colleagues, and senior stakeholders
- Competent IT user, with experience of accountancy or practice management software
Nice to Have
- A valid UK driving licence (occasional client site visits may arise, though this is not a regular requirement)
- Previous experience using CCH practice management software
- Experience supervising or mentoring junior members of a team
Why Join
- Flexible and agile working arrangements, with a genuine commitment to employee wellbeing
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
- A paid day off on your birthday
- A paid volunteering day each year
- A £400 annual wellbeing allowance
- Employer pension scheme, with employer contributions increasing with length of service
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave packages
- Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
- The opportunity to get involved in social, charitable, and environmental initiatives
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Accounts Senior employer: Ambition
Ambition is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, empowering employees to take ownership of their roles while shaping a global internal audit programme. With a strong focus on professional development, employees are provided with ample growth opportunities and the chance to work alongside senior stakeholders in a dynamic international environment. Located in a vibrant city, Ambition offers a unique blend of flexibility and support, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
