At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare year-end accounts and manage a diverse client portfolio.
- Company: Established independent accountancy practice in Wellingborough.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, and opportunities for higher-level work.
- Other info: Flexible working arrangements available for the right candidate.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team and make a real impact on clients' financial success.
- Qualifications: Experience in accountancy practice and strong year-end accounts knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 38000 - 45000 £ per year.
- Senior Accountant
- Working arrangement: Office-based
The opportunity
We are recruiting for an established independent accountancy practice in Wellingborough.
The business is looking for an experienced Senior Accountant with several years' practice experience, strong year-end accounts knowledge and the confidence to manage work across a varied client portfolio.
Formal qualifications are not essential where the right practical experience is in place.
Qualified, part-qualified and qualified-by-experience candidates will all be considered, and there is flexibility around hours for the right person.
The role
- Prepare year-end accounts for a varied portfolio of clients.
- Manage client work accurately and within agreed deadlines.
- Liaise directly with clients regarding accounts and queries.
- Take on work currently handled at Partner level.
- Potentially review work prepared by other team members.
- Maintain accurate client records and work closely with the wider practice team.
- Use systems including IRIS, Xero, Workiro and Microsoft 365.
About you
- Several years' experience within an accountancy practice.
- Strong hands‑on experience preparing year-end accounts.
- A sound technical accounting background and experience with a varied client base.
- Confidence managing your own workload, deadlines and client communication.
- IRIS and Xero experience required.
- ACA or ACCA qualification would be advantageous but is not required. Strong practice experience and a good technical CV are the priority.
- What the company offers
- £38,000-£45,000 salary depending on experience.
- 37.5-hour standard working week with flexibility around hours.
- Part-time / working-parent hours considered for the right candidate.
- Established local practice with the opportunity to take on higher-level client work.
- Office-based position in Wellingborough with an ASAP start preferred.
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Senior Accountant in Northampton employer: Stewart Johnson Partners Limited
Join an established independent accountancy practice in Wellingborough, where you will find a supportive work culture that values flexibility and employee growth. With competitive salaries and the opportunity to manage a diverse client portfolio, this role offers meaningful work in a community-focused environment, making it an excellent choice for experienced accountants seeking a rewarding career path.
Contact Details:
Stewart Johnson Partners Limited Recruitment Team