Senior Accountant

4 months ago


Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom Public Practice Recruitment Ltd Full time
Senior Accountant Job Vacancy

Calling all standout Senior Accountants.

Secure a varied role with a market-leading salary and hybrid working with a forward-thinking firm that champions professional development.

We’re looking for an AAT qualified accountant with demonstrable experience within practice. You’ll be a good communicator with strong technical know-how, a keen eye for detail, and a strong commercial understanding.

With a natural talent for inspiring those around you, you’ll oversee workflow across a close-knit team, ensuring junior staff are delivering high quality work and championing knowledge sharing.

Does this sound like you? Contact us today to take a step towards this Senior Accountant job in Bury St Edmunds.

Job Purpose
  • Autonomously manage a client portfolio of various sizes and within a broad range of business sectors.
  • Work closely with Directors to oversee workflow and ensure deadlines and budgets are being met.
  • Champion service excellence throughout all communications and deliverables.
  • Build strong rapport with clients as their trusted go-to contact, proactively handling queries.
  • Deliver a strong technical skillset and a hands-on approach to problem solving.
  • Support the tax team with non-complex computations.
  • Support the firm’s strategic direction by cross-selling services and maintaining loyal relationships.
  • Drive your own professional development, keeping up-to-date with industry news and regulations, and undertaking training opportunities.
About this firm

This reputable accountancy practice in Bury St Edmunds has an established presence across the UK, supporting a loyal client portfolio with a broad range of financial services.

Nurturing steady growth, this experienced team is looking for a proactive Senior Accountant to support this ambitious trajectory.

With a supportive working culture, this firm is an employer of choice for many and offers a market-leading salary, impressive benefits, and continuous professional development opportunities.

Employee Benefits
  • £35,000 to £45,000 pa
  • Permanent, full-time role
  • Hybrid working after probation period
  • Generous holiday allowance
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Supportive company culture
  • Inclusive company values
Job Requirements
  • AAT qualified with previous experience within practice.
  • Good time management and a positive, can-do attitude when working under pressure.
  • A commercial mindset and enthusiasm to support business growth.
  • Committed to delivering the highest quality service.
  • A team player who is eager to support the wider team.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbally.
About Public Practice Recruitment Ltd

Public Practice Recruitment Ltd recruits high-calibre accounting professionals at all levels for tax, accounts, and auditor jobs on both a permanent and temporary basis for accountancy firms.

Specialising solely in accountancy recruitment, Public Practice Recruitment Ltd regularly has new accountancy jobs in Bury St Edmunds and across the UK and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.


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