At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage diverse client portfolios and prepare financial statements while supporting team growth.
- Company: Dynamic accountancy firm in Seaton with a people-focused culture.
- Benefits: Salary up to £38,000, hybrid working, and a supportive work-life balance.
- Other info: Flexible working culture with opportunities for professional development.
- Why this job: Join a valued team and make impactful financial decisions for varied clients.
- Qualifications: ACA/ACCA qualified or equivalent experience with strong client management skills.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Our client, a dynamic and highly regarded accountancy firm based in Seaton, is looking to recruit a Senior Accountant to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a people-focused practice that prides itself on delivering high-quality service to a varied client base while maintaining a strong emphasis on work-life balance and a supportive culture.
The Senior Accountant role offers a salary of up to £38,000, alongside hybrid working and the opportunity to take on a genuinely hands-on position within the business. You will work closely with a diverse portfolio of clients, contributing to key financial decisions, managing day-time accounting requirements, and playing an active role in supporting the continued growth and success of the firm.
The firm offers a flexible, down-to-earth working culture where individuals are genuinely valued and trusted to take ownership of their work, rather than feeling like just another number in a larger corporate structure. With offices in Seaton and Budleigh, the business provides a strong local presence alongside modern hybrid working arrangements, allowing for a healthy balance between office collaboration and remote flexibility.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing a varied portfolio of clients across sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
- Preparation and review of statutory accounts in line with relevant accounting standards
- Completion and submission of personal and corporate tax returns
- Preparation and review of VAT returns and management accounts
- Acting as the main point of contact for clients, building and maintaining strong professional relationships
- Supporting clients with day-time financial and business queries
- Reviewing and supporting the work of junior team members, providing guidance and training where needed
- Assisting partners with advisory work, business planning, and ad hoc projects
- Ensuring compliance with all regulatory, accounting, and tax requirements
- Identifying opportunities to improve processes and add value to clients
The successful candidate will have:
- Strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation and tax within a practice environment
- ACA / ACCA qualified or qualified by experience with strong relevant experience
- Proven ability to manage a portfolio of clients independently
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong client-facing experience with the ability to build long-term relationships
- High level of accuracy, organisation, and attention to detail
- Ability to work to deadlines while managing multiple priorities
- A proactive and commercially aware mindset
- Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff (highly desirable)
- Confidence using accounting software and cloud-based systems
Senior Accountant in Seaton employer: Elite Staffing Solutions
Join a dynamic and highly regarded accountancy firm in Devon, where you will kickstart your career as a Graduate Accountant in a supportive and people-focused environment. With a strong emphasis on professional growth, hybrid working arrangements, and a culture that values collaboration and individual contributions, this role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience while receiving ongoing training and support towards your professional qualifications. Be part of a team that is committed to delivering high-quality service and fostering your development in the accounting field.
