Senior Accountant

NXTGEN is delighted to be working with a fantastic, forward-thinking Accountancy Practice in Norwich to recruit a Senior Accountant. This is an exciting new position, created as part of the firm's continued growth, which is set to carry on for the foreseeable future. If you're looking to join a established and dynamic team, within a role where you can truly make an impact, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

As a Senior Accountant, you'll manage a diverse portfolio of clients (or working towards this dependant on experience and qualification), with a particular focus on certain client industries. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality accounting services, while also providing valuable insights and advice to help clients make informed business decisions. The firm is known for its proactive, client-first approach, and you'll have the chance to build long-term relationships with a variety of business owners and decision-makers, whilst progressing your own career at a pace that suits you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the preparation of year-end accounts, personal and business tax computations, ensuring all work meets regulatory and internal standards
• Act as the main point of contact for your portfolio of clients, delivering exceptional service while building strong, trusted relationships.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to junior team members, supporting their development and conducting reviews of their work.
• Develop tax and business advisory skills to offer clients tailored solutions and identify new service opportunities.
• Proactively manage workload and client expectations, ensuring all deadlines and budgets are consistently met.
• Identify opportunities to support clients with upcoming regulatory changes and advise on potential business impacts.
• Get involved in business development, attending networking events and seeking out opportunities to grow the firm's client base.

What the client is looking for:

• Ideally ACA/ACCA qualified (or there about's) or QBE.
• Strong understanding of cloud-based accounting software, particularly Xero and QuickBooks. Cloud certifications would be advantageous.
• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice, with a good knowledge of farms and rural businesses.
• Proven ability to manage a client portfolio and build effective working relationships.
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset with the confidence to advise clients on a variety of financial matters.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with a focus on delivering a high-quality, client-centric service.

If you're a Senior Accountant looking for a role that offers variety, progression, and the opportunity to work closely with a fantastic client base, we'd love to hear from you. This is your chance to be part of a growing, ambitious firm that values its people and the work they do.

Salary is dependent on experience. Contact Annie for more details.