At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage client portfolios, prepare financial statements, and develop accounting policies.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking accountancy firm in Cheshire with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, annual bonus, 25-29 days holiday, and pension.
- Other info: Hybrid role with excellent opportunities for growth and professional development.
- Why this job: Grow your career in a dynamic environment with real impact on client success.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in accountancy, strong leadership skills, and digital fluency.
The predicted salary is between 42750 - 52250 £ per year.
This is a fantastic role for an ambitious senior accountant looking for a senior role in a forward-thinking accountancy practice. Brabner Fox is partnering with a growing accountancy firm based in Cheshire looking for a Senior Accountant. I’m looking for a client-driven operator with extensive experience in accounting for SMEs, excellent managerial skills, a strong understanding of business operations, and digital fluency. This is a hands-on role with client-facing accounting work for a portfolio of clients. As this exciting business continues to grow, so will your role and responsibilities. This is a hybrid role.
Key Responsibilities and Involvements:
- Manage a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring high-quality service delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Oversee the preparation of financial statements and tax returns, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and best practices.
- Taking over an existing client book and managing new client onboarding.
- Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures, harnessing technology solutions where relevant.
- Supervise, mentor, and develop junior accounting staff, fostering a positive and collaborative team environment.
- Collaborate with company leadership to develop and execute growth strategies, including identifying new business opportunities and enhancing existing service offerings.
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the practice, including resource allocation, workflow management, and performance evaluation.
- Represent the firm at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities.
- Digitally fluent with different accountancy software, i.e., FreeAgent & Xero, but also practice management software (Engager).
- Liaising regularly with clients over phone and email.
- Maintaining client relationships for retention and referrals.
- Anti-Money Laundering Compliance.
Key Skills, Experiences and Attitudes:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience working for an accountancy practice with 1 year of portfolio management.
- Strong technical accounting knowledge, including preparing accounts to FRS 102 1A.
- Demonstrated leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and mentor junior staff.
- Fully up to date with applicable laws, legislation & regulations.
- Complaint handling and resolution.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to client service.
Sponsorship is not available for this role. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
Package and Benefits:
- c£55k + annual bonus - with planned growth and progression plan forwards.
- 25 days holiday that increases to 29 days.
- Pension.
- Free Parking.
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Accounting/Auditing
Industries: Accounting
Senior Accountant in Warrington employer: Brabner Fox
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