Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Full-Time 35000 - 45000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
WestonBrook Associates Ltd.

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Prepare and review accounts, tax work, and manage client relationships.
  • Company: Established accountancy practice in Bury St Edmunds with a supportive culture.
  • Benefits: Salary between £35,000 - £45,000, hybrid working, ongoing training, and onsite parking.
  • Other info: Focus on staff welfare and professional development in a close-knit team.
  • Why this job: Join a thriving team and work with diverse clients in a dynamic environment.
  • Qualifications: ACCA/ACA qualified or equivalent experience, with 4+ years in UK accountancy practice.

The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.

This well-established and growing Bury St Edmunds based accountancy practice is currently recruiting a Senior Accountant to join its thriving team.

The Role

Rightly proud of its reputation as an established firm within the area, this is a role ready to welcome an experienced Senior Accountant as soon as possible – someone who is technically strong, enjoys a varied workload and is keen to build on their client interaction. With a healthy level of growth, this firm offers the successful applicant a stable environment and the opportunity to build on current skills and experience. This is a genuinely exciting role working across an eclectic client base and within a team that is close knit and well established.

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
  • Client bookkeeping and review of bookkeeping responsibilities
  • Liaising directly with clients and handling queries professionally – building relationships for the future

What We’re Looking For

  • Ideally you will be fully ACCA/ACA qualified or latter stage studier, however, for the right level of experience within practice QBE applications will be considered
  • 4+ years’ experience in a UK accountancy practice
  • Experience managing and liaising with multiple clients across sectors
  • Supervisory / Team Leader experience beneficial for review and oversight of Juniors
  • Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills – a natural diligence and organised approach
  • Confidence working with varied workloads and requirements – deadline orientated and calm under pressure
  • Technical awareness and a natural keenness to build on technical understanding
  • Previous experience with accounting systems, especially systems such as: Xero, Quickbooks, and FreeAgent

What’s on Offer

  • £35,000 - £45,000 DOE
  • Office based working with hybrid working considered following a qualifying period
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • A modern supportive environment with an innovative approach
  • A team orientated environment where staff welfare is a real focus.
  • Onsite parking

If you are looking to join an established practice with a fantastic approach to team working, please do not delay your application!

Senior Accountant employer: WestonBrook Associates Ltd.

This well-established accountancy practice in Bury St Edmunds offers a supportive and team-oriented work culture, where employee welfare is prioritised. With ongoing training and professional development opportunities, the firm encourages growth and skill enhancement for its staff. The role of Senior Accountant promises a varied workload across a diverse client base, making it an exciting opportunity for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.

WestonBrook Associates Ltd.

Contact Details:

WestonBrook Associates Ltd. Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Accountant

ACCA/ACA qualification
Experience in UK accountancy practice
Client Management
Preparation of year end statutory accounts
Completion and review of personal and corporate tax computations (SA100 & CT600)
VAT returns preparation and submission
Bookkeeping and review of bookkeeping responsibilities