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Senior Accountant Position

2 months ago

Durham, Durham, United Kingdom Public Practice Recruitment Ltd Full time
Job Purpose

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Accountant to join our dynamic team in Durham. As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for planning, preparing, and reviewing accounts for a diverse and significant client portfolio.

You will liaise directly with clients, sending final accounts, proactively handling queries, and building trusted relationships. Additionally, you will forecast and manage budgets, oversee workflow, and mentor junior staff with training and knowledge sharing.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Preparing personal and corporation tax computations, including tax returns, tax liabilities, and providing trusted advisory.
  • Oversight, review, and preparation of VAT services.
  • Working closely with senior team members, ensuring expectations, deadlines, and budgets are being met.
  • Promoting and striving for customer service excellence and setting an example to junior staff as a hands-on and proactive Senior Accountant.
About this Firm

Our client is a leading UK Top 30 accountancy firm that offers a supportive and inclusive workforce environment. They provide a market-beating suite of benefits, continued professional development, and exposure to varied clients and sectors.

This role is a unique opportunity for a Senior Accountant in Durham to enjoy a bright professional future. If you think you might be the right fit, we encourage you to reach out today to learn more and apply.

Benefits

Our client offers a range of benefits, including:

  • £35,000 - £45,000 per annum
  • Full-time, permanent position
  • 9-day working fortnight
  • Life assurance
  • Generous annual leave
  • Company pension
  • Defined pathway of professional progression
  • Free car parking
  • Regular social events
  • Wellbeing incentives
  • Study support
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • ATT/ACA/ACCA qualified or equivalent, a finalist or qualified by experience.
  • A proven track record of working with clients within practice.
  • Working knowledge of accounting software, including Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, cloud software, and CCH.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Good attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • Self-motivated and able to oversee workflow.
  • A team player able to bring out the best in others.
  • Confidently mentor junior team members, in a positive and constructive manner.