At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare year-end accounts, manage client queries, and mentor junior staff.
- Company: Established regional firm in Bury St Edmunds with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, ongoing training, and team-focused environment.
- Other info: Great opportunity for career progression in a dynamic team.
- Why this job: Join a growing firm and elevate your accounting career with real support.
- Qualifications: AAT/ACCA/ACA qualified or studying with 3+ years in UK accountancy.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
An established and growing regional firm based in Bury St Edmunds is looking to appoint a Semi Senior or Senior Accountant to strengthen its successful team. This branch office has seen some great success in recent years and is keen to continue their development.
The Role
The role would suit someone with solid technical skills, who enjoys working across a varied and interesting client portfolio and considers themselves a 'hands on' Accountant. With an established Bury base, this firm provides a secure and supportive environment where you can further develop your expertise working across general practice duties from top to bottom.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparing and completing year end statutory accounts
- Completion / review of personal and corporate tax computations (SA100 & CT600)
- Client Management accounting support
- Review and submission of VAT returns
- Hands on involvement with client bookkeeping as well as review of junior bookkeeping
- Liaising directly with clients and handling queries professionally - building relationships for the future
- Reviewing and mentoring junior staff
What We're Looking For
- AAT/ACCA/ACA qualified or studying
- 3+ years' experience in a UK accountancy practice
- Supervisory / Team Leader experience beneficial for review and oversight of Juniors but not essential
- Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills - a natural diligence and organised approach
- Previous experience with accounting systems
You may be currently working as a Bookkeeper or Semi Senior and looking for the next step up in your career, or you may already be working as a Senior Accountant but be looking for a new challenge within a firm that offers genuine support and rewards with a competitive remuneration package.
What's on Offer
- £30,000 - £45,000 DOE
- Office based working with flexibility of hybrid working following a qualifying period
- Ongoing training and professional development
- A team orientated environment where staff welfare is a real focus
- Onsite parking
Semi Senior / Senior Accountant in Bury employer: WestonBrook Associates Limited
WestonBrook Associates is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment in Stanmore, Middlesex. With a focus on professional development, employees benefit from direct access to experienced Directors and the opportunity to broaden their technical expertise across various service lines. The firm values strong client relationships and provides a varied role that ensures meaningful engagement with a diverse portfolio of clients, making it an attractive place for those seeking rewarding employment in accountancy.
Contact Details:
WestonBrook Associates Limited Recruitment Team
