Senior Accountant

2 weeks ago


Exeter, United Kingdom Public Practice Recruitment Ltd Full time

**Senior Accountant Job Vacancy**

You could secure an exciting new role with a reputable South West accountancy practice with a market beating salary, flexible working, and a clear path to progression.

We want to hear from you if:

- You’re an experienced Senior Accountant looking for a new challenge within a supportive and proactive firm.
- You can bring an all-encompassing accountancy skillset to a dynamic team, motivating those around you and championing service excellence.
- You’re commercially minded and passionate about driving business growth.

You’ll be CTA qualified, or qualified by at least three years’ practice experience and with a broad accountancy skillset. We’re looking for a true all-rounder who can build strong rapport with clients, mentor junior staff, and work closely with senior teammembers to support the firm’s strategic direction.

Does this sound like you? Contact us in strict confidence today to take a step towards your new public practice accountancy job.

**Job Purpose**
- Plan, prepare, and review accounts for Sole Traders, Partnerships, and Limited companies.
- Liaise directly with clients, sending final accounts, proactively handing queries, and building trusted relationships.
- Forecast and manage budgets, oversee workflow, and mentor junior staff with training and knowledge sharing.
- Prepare personal and corporation tax computations, including tax returns, tax liabilities, and providing trusted advisory.
- Work closely with senior team members, ensuring expectations, deadlines, and budgets are being met.
- Promote and strive for customer service excellence and set an example to junior staff as a hands-on and proactive Senior Accountant.

**About this firm**

This Senior Accountant job in Exeter is based within a successful South West accountancy practice that works with a varied and loyal client portfolio from a broad range of business sectors.

Providing a full suite of accountancy services, this experienced team is looking for someone who can be an integral part of the firm, motivating those around them and championing service excellence.

This Senior Accountant role would suit a self-starter who can adopt a proactive approach to managing workflow.

**Benefit from**:

- £40,000 - £45,000 per annum
- Permanent, full-time role
- Flexible working around core hours
- Hybrid working options
- Medical cover plan
- Fully funded training
- Professional development opportunities
- A range of discounts, freebies, and benefits
- Childcare scheme
- An integral role within a forward-thinking team
- Team building program
- Modern office and social activities

**Job Requirements**
- AAT qualified, with at least 12 months’ post qualification experience.
- Or qualified by experience, with at least three years’ experience across a broad range of accountancy support for a varied client portfolio.
- Working knowledge of accounting software, including Sage, QuickBooks and Xero.
- Experience using software for accounts production, such as CCH.
- Adept at using Microsoft Office suite, including Excel and Word.
- Strong communication and advisory skills.
- Good attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Self-motivated and able to manage a team’s workflow.
- A team player able to bring out the best in others.
- Confidently mentor junior team members, in a positive and constructive manner

**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 auditor jobs and accountancy jobs in Exeter and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accountingrole.



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