Accounts Senior

  • Job Reference: 1448
  • Date Posted: 22 April 2024
  • Recruiter: ProTalent Limited
  • Location: High Wycombe
  • Salary: £38,000 to £50,000
  • Sector: General Practice
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Contact: Haidee Tucker

Job Description

Accounts Senior -  Peterborough - Top practice

Are you a driven individual seeking new opportunities for growth? Our top 20 Practice client is expanding their team at the Peterborough office and are in search of a skilled Accounts Senior to join their dynamic Accounts Team. The ideal candidate will hold ACA/ACCA qualifications, possess robust technical skills, and demonstrate proficiency in financial statement preparation.

As an Accounts Senior, you will play a pivotal role in crafting and reviewing financial statements for a diverse client portfolio, spanning from sole-traders and partnerships to large corporate entities. Collaborating within the team, you will deliver personalised and proactive services, upholding the highest standards of client satisfaction.

Your Responsibilities:

- Manage a diverse clientele, including high-profile landed estates and corporate entities with turnovers up to £500m
- Lead the preparation of financial statements for complex trusts, corporate groups, and medium to large companies
- Mentor and guide trainees in preparing accounts for simpler entities, offering support and conducting reviews of their work
- Contribute to VAT return preparation and provide bookkeeping assistance to clients, aiding in transaction entry and management reporting implementation
- Collaborate with Partners and Managers on advisory projects such as financial forecasting, business plans, and restructuring initiatives
- Gain exposure to capital tax advice and succession planning projects
- Cultivate strong client relationships, serving as a primary point of contact
- Stay abreast of industry developments through participation in events and conferences
- Actively engage with clients and industry professionals to enhance your reputation in the market
- Provide supervision, coaching, and development opportunities for the accounts team

What We Offer:

- A supportive work environment with a strong focus on work-life balance
- Exposure to large and complex clients, fostering career advancement opportunities
- Regular performance and development reviews to guide your career growth
- A collaborative team culture driven by values of collegiality, enthusiasm, integrity, and excellence
- Convenient office location with amenities such as an on-site gym, café, and free parking
- Flexible working arrangements, including the option to work from home up to three days per week
- Competitive benefits package, including contributory pension scheme, annual leave, life assurance cover, and flexible benefits and policies
- Eligibility for the firm's Profit-Sharing Plan and paid overtime or time off in lieu

You:

- ACA/ACCA qualified with prior experience in audit and accounts roles
- Strong emphasis on accounts experience and familiarity with relevant software packages (Sage, Key Prime, Farmplan, Xero preferred)
- Motivated, organized, and commercially minded with a dedication to exceptional client service
- Excellent interpersonal skills, initiative, and ability to deliver accurate work efficiently
- Flexible, professional approach with the confidence to engage with Partners and clients
- A team player with a positive and enthusiastic attitude towards work

Apply now and ProTalent will be in touch