Accounts Senior/Manager - Independent, Hybrid
Accounting
£50,000 - £65,000
We are seeking a highly skilled and qualified Accounts Senior to join our client's dynamic, independent accounting practice in Colchester.
This role is ideal for a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional with a strong technical background and a commitment to excellence.
As an Accounts Senior, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality financial reporting, compliance, and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of clients across various sectors. Operating in a hybrid environment, you will collaborate closely with senior partners, manage client relationships, and lead key aspects of month-end and year-end processes.
Your expertise in financial standards, regulatory compliance, and financial analysis will ensure accurate and timely reporting, contributing directly to client success and firm growth. This is a career-defining opportunity for a qualified ACA or ACCA professional looking to advance in a supportive, client-focused, and intellectually stimulating environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead the preparation and review of statutory financial statements in accordance with IFRS and UK GAAP.
- Manage and oversee the month-end and year-end close processes for multiple clients, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
- Provide technical accounting guidance and support to junior team members and clients on complex accounting issues.
- Conduct detailed financial analysis and variance reporting to support client decision-making and performance evaluation.
- Liaise directly with clients to gather financial data, clarify accounting treatments, and address audit or reporting queries.
- Prepare and review management accounts, cash flow forecasts, and key performance indicators (KPIs) for client boards and stakeholders.
- Support audit and tax teams by providing accurate financial documentation and resolving technical accounting discrepancies.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including Companies Act, VAT regulations, and financial reporting standards.
- Contribute to business development initiatives by identifying client service improvement opportunities and delivering value-added insights.
- Maintain and enhance internal controls, documentation, and systems to ensure audit readiness and operational efficiency.
Requirements
- Professional qualification in ACA or ACCA with full membership.
- Post-qualification experience in accounting, tax, or advisory within a reputable firm.
- Proven experience in preparing and reviewing full sets of financial statements for limited companies and groups.
- Strong understanding of IFRS, UK GAAP, and relevant accounting standards (e.g., IAS 16, IAS 38, IFRS 15).
- Advanced proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, SAP) and Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables, macros).
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to explain complex financial matters clearly.
- Self-motivated with strong time management and organisational abilities to manage multiple deadlines and client priorities.
- Experience working in a hybrid or remote environment with demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and staying current with evolving accounting standards and regulatory changes.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Excellent career progression opportunities – with invested interest to promote within and develop towards future Director/Partner level.
- Pension scheme
- Holiday allowance
- Flexible or hybrid working
- Free parking and town centre location for easy commute access
- Small team environment with direct partner exposure
- Excellent client exposure with long standing client relationships
- Informal culture and work life balance focus
