Senior Accountant
2 days ago
Luton
Job Profile for Senior Accountant Job Title: Senior Accountant Location: Luton (Onsite) Package: £40,000 - £42,000 per annum, onsite working, and clear progression pathway Working hours: Full time, Monday-Friday, 7.5 hours per day A fantastic opportunity has arisen within a growing and forward-thinking accountancy firm for a Senior Accountant, within their Luton office. This role is client-facing, requiring strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage work independently while supporting and mentoring junior team members. Paying up to £42k, with a supportive and ambitious working environment, this position offers extensive exposure to a broad range of clients and advisory work. This is a great opportunity to make a real impact and play a key role in shaping the future of the practice. Senior Accountant Job Overview • Manage a portfolio of clients and act as their primary point of contact for accounting and tax matters., • Prepare and review statutory accounts, corporation tax returns, VAT returns, and management accounts., • Ensure all client work is completed accurately and statutory deadlines are consistently met., • Provide proactive advice to clients on accounting matters, tax planning, and financial performance., • Review work prepared by junior staff and provide guidance, training, and support where required., • Identify opportunities to improve client processes and implement more efficient accounting systems., • Assist directors with advisory projects, business planning, and other ad-hoc assignments. Senior Accountant Job Requirements • ACCA or ACA qualified (or finalist with strong practice experience)., • A minimum of 8 years' experience working in an accountancy practice., • Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards, corporation tax, and VAT., • Strong IT skills with experience using cloud accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage, along with Excel., • Proven experience managing a portfolio of SME clients and delivering work to deadlines., • Excellent communication, relationship management, and organisational skills., • Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team. Senior Accountant Job Remuneration • £40,000 - £42,000 per annum, depending on experience., • Onsite working (Luton)., • Clear progression pathway within a growing firm., • Exposure to a broad range of clients and advisory work., • Supportive, collaborative, and ambitious working environment.