Senior Accountant | Independent Firm | Leigh-on-Sea
Are you an experienced Senior Accountant in Leigh-on-Sea looking to manage your own client portfolio within a tech-driven, modern cloud practice? Seeking a strategic move that combines flexible hybrid working, direct advisory exposure, and clear career progression across Essex?
About the Firm
This Independent Firm of Accountants is a modern, 100% cloud-based practice specializing in accounts, tax, and advisory solutions for SMEs and ambitious entrepreneurs. Leveraging market-leading accounting software and automated processes, the firm prides itself on delivering proactive business advice in a collaborative, tech-forward environment.
Responsibilities
- Preparing and reviewing year-end statutory accounts, corporation tax returns, and personal tax returns.
- Managing a dedicated client portfolio of SMEs, acting as their primary advisor and main point of contact.
- Overseeing VAT return preparation, bookkeeping workflows, and complex bank reconciliations.
- Producing monthly and quarterly management accounts accompanied by clear financial performance commentary.
- Providing commercial tax planning and strategic business advisory support to growing clients.
- Reviewing junior team members' work and supporting their ongoing technical development.
As a Senior Accountant you will:
- Be ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent) with 3 to 5+ years of experience gained within a UK public practice accountancy firm.
- Possess deep technical knowledge across statutory financial reporting, corporate tax, personal tax, and VAT compliance.
- Demonstrate extensive hands-on expertise with cloud accounting software including Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage.
- Exhibit a proactive, solutions-focused approach with excellent communication and client-facing skills.
- Have experience or a strong desire to mentor junior staff and lead advisory-focused client engagements.
What You’ll Receive
- Flexible hybrid working arrangements combining office and remote working.
- 25 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays.
- Competitive starting salary subject to regular performance reviews.
- Full financial support for ongoing professional development and technical qualifications.
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