Senior Accountant

1 day ago


Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Pro Talent Full time
Accounts Senior Role

ProTalent is working with a dynamic and forward-thinking accountancy practice in Oxford to recruit an experienced Accounts Senior.

The firm:

  • Fast-growing and innovative accountancy firm in Oxford
  • Varied and challenging Accounts Senior role
  • Expert team providing exceptional standards
  • Strong focus on innovation and technology, with ambitious growth plans

The Accounts Senior role:

Reporting to the Owner, key responsibilities include:

  • Preparing client accounts, tax, PAYE, or VAT work, and identifying points for partners to raise with clients and potential additional services
  • Finalizing paperwork for dispatch to clients and HMRC, meeting deadlines and quality standards
  • Interpreting tax returns and financial accounts for effective tax planning
  • Liaising with clients to obtain relevant information, ensuring attention to detail
  • Monitoring job quality and quantity, meeting targets and exceeding where possible
  • Recording chargeable time and ensuring maximum recovery
  • Supporting trainees with on-the-job coaching
  • Involvement in audit work as required
  • Bookkeeping, ledger maintenance, supplier management, and management accounts as needed
  • Preparing client tax returns and advising on tax payable and payment dates
  • Assisting clients with accounts software and bookkeeping queries
  • Completing overtime as required and attending relevant courses
  • Involvement in client seminars, including attendance and setup
  • Participating in networking and business generation under senior team guidance

The successful Accounts Senior candidate:

  • ACCA/ACA qualified
  • At least 5 years' UK practice experience
  • Previous experience at Accounts Senior level
  • Excellent client relationship skills
  • Aptitude for business development activities
  • Highly commercial approach
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • A proactive approach, willing to go the extra mile
  • Strong IT skills
  • Enjoy developing junior staff

We appreciate your interest in this role.



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