Accounts Senior in North Shields

Streets is a modern, forward-thinking accountancy practice with 33 offices across the UK and growing. We combine the expertise of a national firm with the collaborative, people-first culture of a close-knit practice. Our team supports an impressive variety of clients, from entrepreneurial start-ups to established companies, charities, and family businesses.

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Accounts Senior to join our team. This is a key, senior role within the department, responsible for maintaining an efficient and accurate accounting function while providing a high standard of professionalism and quality of service to a varied client base. You will work closely with clients and colleagues alike, taking ownership of your own portfolio while supporting the development of junior members of the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Liaise directly with clients to resolve queries in a timely and professional manner.
• Complete all assignments within the allocated budget and on time.
• Produce draft tax computations for clients.
• Produce year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies in accordance with the relevant accounting standards.
• Review work undertaken by junior members of staff.
• Provide assistance and support in the development of junior staff.
• Prepare schedules for tax returns.
• Complete VAT returns.

Key Skills and competencies

• Good computer skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work as part of a team, as well as using own initiative when required.
• Good organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Proven analytical skills.

Qualifications & Experience

• AAT Qualified, with optional progression to ACA or ACCA.
• Previous experience gained within General Practice.
• Ability to travel to client premises and between offices.
• Knowledge of accounting standards would be an advantage.

Personal qualities we are looking for

• Ability to develop trusting relationships with clients and colleagues, demonstrating professionalism, reliability, and genuine care.
• Forward-thinking approach, keen to challenge the norm and suggest improvements that deliver smarter outcomes.
• Confidence in owning workstreams, taking responsibility for quality and accuracy while escalating issues appropriately.
• Collaborative mindset, contributing to a supportive team culture and sharing knowledge to help colleagues succeed.
• Desire to support growth, actively building technical expertise while also mentoring more junior team members where appropriate.
• Organised and proactive, able to manage workloads independently while balancing multiple client commitments.
• Clear communicator, able to present financial information in a way that builds understanding and trust.
• Resilient and adaptable, maintaining focus and professionalism when faced with challenges or deadlines.
• Strong sense of commitment to clients, acting as a dependable part of their extended team and invested in their success.

What we offer you

• The opportunity to be part of a collaborative and progressive team.
• 20 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Workplace pension.
• Employee benefits scheme offering discounts from hundreds of retailers.
• Free parking near site.
• Flexible working hours when agreed.
• Office based for first 3 months, then hybrid may be available.
• Study support.

Full time 37.5 hours per week