At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage a diverse client portfolio and deliver high-quality accounting and tax services.
- Company: Leading accountancy practice in Exeter with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, professional development, and clear progression opportunities.
- Other info: Supportive team environment with excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Take on responsibility and variety while building strong client relationships.
- Qualifications: ACA or ACCA qualified, or part-qualified with relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
A leading accountancy practice in Exeter is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Accountant to take responsibility for a varied client portfolio and support the delivery of high-quality accounting and tax services. This role suits a practice-trained accountant who enjoys a broad remit, combining accounts preparation, tax compliance and client interaction. You’ll work closely with Managers and Partners, review work prepared by junior staff and play an important role in maintaining strong client relationships. This is a strong opportunity within accountancy jobs in Exeter for candidates seeking responsibility, variety and long-term progression within public practice.
Job Overview
- Location: Exeter, Devon (Hybrid working)
- Type: Full-time, permanent
- Sector: UK Accountancy Practice / Public Practice
- Clients: SMEs, owner-managed businesses, limited companies and partnerships
- Progression: Clear pathway to Manager / Client Manager
If you’re exploring Senior Accountant jobs in Devon, this role offers excellent scope to develop your career.
The Role – Senior Accountant
As Senior Accountant, you’ll take ownership of the day-to-day delivery of work for your client portfolio, ensuring accuracy, consistency and high standards of service.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts for limited companies
- Producing accounts for sole traders and partnerships
- Preparing and reviewing corporation tax and personal tax returns
- Acting as a key point of contact for clients, responding to queries
- Reviewing work prepared by junior team members
- Supporting Managers with workflow planning and deadlines
- Identifying opportunities to add value and support advisory work
- Ensuring work complies with professional and regulatory standards
The role offers a balanced mix of hands-on technical work, client management and team support.
Who This Role Suits
This role is ideal for:
- An experienced Senior Accountant within a UK accountancy practice or
- A confident Accounts Senior ready to take on broader responsibility
If you’re searching for Senior Accountant jobs in Exeter or wider accountancy jobs in the South West, this role offers a clear next step.
About You
To succeed in this role, you will:
- Be ACA or ACCA qualified, part-qualified, or qualified by experience
- Have experience working within a UK accountancy practice
- Be confident preparing and reviewing accounts for SMEs
- Have a good understanding of tax compliance
- Enjoy working directly with clients
- Be organised, reliable and comfortable managing deadlines
- Be keen to continue progressing within public practice
The Firm
You’ll join a collaborative Exeter-based accountancy practice known for technical strength, quality client service and long-term relationships. Senior Accountants are trusted with responsibility and encouraged to contribute ideas and improvements. Hybrid working and flexibility are supported to promote a healthy work–life balance.
What’s On Offer?
- Competitive salary and benefits package (DOE)
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Supportive and experienced team
- Ongoing CPD and professional development
- Exposure to advisory and client-facing work
- Clear progression to Manager / Client Manager
- Long-term career opportunity within public practice
If you’re looking for a Senior Accountant job in Exeter offering responsibility, progression and flexibility, this is an excellent opportunity.
Senior Accountant in Devon employer: Public Practice Recruitment
Join a leading accountancy practice in Exeter that values collaboration, technical excellence, and client relationships. With a strong focus on employee development, this firm offers a clear pathway for progression to Manager or Client Manager roles, alongside hybrid working options that promote a healthy work-life balance. Enjoy a supportive team environment where your contributions are valued and you can thrive in a dynamic and rewarding career.
Contact Details:
Public Practice Recruitment Recruitment Team
