Senior Accountant
11 days ago
Lancaster
Senior Accountant \n Lancaster \n Salary to £45,000 + Excellent Benefits and Hybrid Working \n Reed are delighted to offer the following role with a well-respected regional accountancy firm based in Lancaster \n Our client is seeking an experienced and qualified Accountant to join their growing team in a client-facing position. This is an excellent opportunity for an ACA or ACCA qualified professional looking to take ownership of a diverse portfolio of SME clients whilst providing technical accounting and tax expertise within a supportive and collaborative environment. \n The successful candidate will play a key role in managing client relationships, reviewing technical work, supporting team development, and ensuring the delivery of a high-quality service across a varied client base. \n The Role \n As a Qualified Accountant, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients, overseeing work completed by junior team members, and delivering expert accounting and taxation advice. You will work closely with management whilst supporting both clients and colleagues across a broad range of accounting matters. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Managing a portfolio of SME clients across a range of sectors.\n, • Conducting client meetings both virtually and face-to-face.\n, • Preparation and completion of statutory annual accounts.\n, • Reviewing and signing off work completed by junior team members.\n, • Providing tax planning and advisory support to clients and submission of self-assessment tax returns.\n, • Managing HMRC enquiries, audits, and investigations.\n, • Advising clients on income tax, corporation tax, VAT, and PAYE matters.\n, • Monitoring performance and analysing KPI data.\n, • Supporting the development and mentoring of junior team members.\n, • Participating in management meetings and contributing to business objectives.\n, • Maintaining excellent client relationships and delivering exceptional service standards.\n\n About You \n\n • ACA, ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification.\n, • Previous experience within an accountancy practice environment.\n, • Proven experience managing a portfolio of clients.\n, • Strong technical accounting and taxation knowledge.\n, • Advanced understanding of Income Tax, Corporation Tax, VAT, and PAYE.\n, • Previous experience managing or supervising a team.\n, • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.\n, • Commercial awareness and a client-focused approach.\n\n Benefits \n\n • Competitive salary to £45,000 plus excellent benefits\n, • Hybrid working arrangement.\n, • Professional and supportive working environment.\n, • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.\n, • Career progression within a growing and established organisation.\n, • Generous benefits package.\n\n Apply Now \n If you're a qualified practice accountant seeking a varied and rewarding opportunity with a respected national accountancy firm, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to Stewart Pearson at Reed for a confidential discussion. \n