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Senior Accountant

Public Practice Recruitment Ltd
Posted 6 days ago, valid for 16 days
Location

Birmingham, West Midlands B27 6QS, England

Salary

£35,000 - £45,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

Life Insurance

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  • The firm is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their progressive team in Birmingham, offering a salary range of £35,000 to £45,000 per annum.
  • Candidates should be AAT/ACA/ACCA qualified or part qualified, with a proven track record in bookkeeping, VAT, and management accounts.
  • The role involves supporting a varied client portfolio, preparing accounts and tax returns, and supervising junior staff.
  • The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a detail-oriented mindset, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • This full-time, permanent position also offers flexible working, continued professional development, and a supportive team environment.

Senior Accountant

Hands-on. Career-driven. Detail-orientated.

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We're looking for a standout Senior Accountant to join a progressive firm based in Birmingham. This is an incredible opportunity to progress within a supportive and talented team of accountants, bookkeepers and advisors.

The right candidate will be a natural people-person who finds it easy to build enhanced relationships with clients and colleagues alike, all whilst delivering a high standard of technical knowledge. You'll be energetic, keen to excel and ready to hit the ground running in a fast-paced environment where every day is different.

Plus, you'll secure a marketing-leading salary, wealth of benefits and continuous development with a clear path to progression.

Does this Senior Accountant job in Birmingham sound like the right opportunity for you?

Don't hesitate to contact us to take a step towards a new role in practice.

Job Purpose

  • Support a varied client portfolio, working closely with the senior management team to ensure expectations and deadlines are met
  • Supervision and preparation of end-end accounts for Limited Companies, Sole Traders and Partnerships
  • Preparation of personal and partnership tax returns, including HNWIs
  • Preparation of management accounts, including tax planning work
  • Presenting statutory year-end accounts and tax returns
  • Conducting financial health checks for clients prior to year-end
  • Involvement in ad-hoc work projects where required
  • Delivering tax and accounting advice to clients
  • Supervise junior staff, including reviewing work and supporting their professional development
  • Liaising with clients, building trusted relationships and proactively handling queries
  • Identifying new processes and ways to increase efficiency
  • Researching and interpreting changes to taxation and accounting regulations
  • Championing your own professional development, enthusiastically undertaking training opportunities

About This Firm

This progressive, person-centered firm based in Birmingham is recognised across the region for its diverse, loyal and growing client portfolio.

Offering continuous professional development and a wide range of modern benefits, this reputable accountancy practice is an employer of choice for accountants at all levels.

Enjoying stable growth, the talented Birmingham team is now looking for a driven candidate who can support the firm's further success.

What’s On Offer

  • £35,000 to £45,000 per annum
  • Full time, permanent position
  • Flexible / hybrid working
  • Continued professional development
  • Modern office
  • Life assurance
  • Open and inclusive culure
  • Team incentives
  • Plus more

Job Requirements

  • AAT/ACA/ACCA qualified or part qualified
  • A part-qualified candidate with strong experience would also be considered
  • Proven track record of bookkeeping, VAT, statutory accounts and management accounts
  • Prior experience in Audit would be an advantage
  • A proven track record of managing a client portfolio, including monitoring commercial aspects
  • Strong working knowledge of software, such as Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage
  • Up-to-date knowledge of tax legislation
  • A team player who can also work autonomously
  • A can-do attitude to problem-solving
  • Self-motivated and able to manage your own deadlines and workflow
  • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail

About Public Practice Recruitment Ltd

Public Practice Recruitment Ltd recruits high-calibre accounting professionals at all levels for tax, accounts, and auditor jobs on both a permanent and temporary basis for accountancy firms.

Specialising solely in accountancy recruitment, Public Practice Recruitment Ltd regularly has new auditor jobs and accountancy jobs in Birmingham and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.