Accounts Senior

Are you an experienced Accounts Senior looking for a new challenge? Join their dynamic team in Plymouth on a permanent basis, with part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options available.

Main Duties

• Prepare financial statements for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders up to the audit threshold.
• Prepare personal and corporate tax computations and returns.
• Provide bookkeeping and management accounting services.
• Support the digital services team with app research and recommendations based on the Xero app ecosystem.
• Develop and train junior team members.
• File documents with Companies House and HM Revenue & Customs on behalf of clients.
• Maintain and update accounting records for clients.
• Prepare and complete quarterly VAT returns.
• Comply with internal policies, procedures, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide general administrative support to Partners, Directors, Managers, and the office.

Attributes, Skills, Experience, and Qualifications

• Outgoing, socially confident, and emotionally controlled.
• Positive attitude, friendly, and approachable.
• Resilient, able to multi-task, and work independently/flexibly.
• Adaptable, organised, and conscientious.
• Initiative-taker with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Discreet, professional, and team-oriented.
• Proficient in general IT (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Social Media).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to present information effectively and concisely.
• Experience working at an Accounts Senior or Semi-Senior level in an accountancy practice.
• Previous experience in accounts preparation for limited companies and unincorporated businesses.

Terms / Benefits

• Up to 36.25 hours / 5 days per week (part-time, flexible, and hybrid working available).
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 25 days plus bank holidays after 3 years’ service.
• Annual salary review.
• Death in service benefit (3 x annual salary).
• Access to rewards and health schemes.
• 24-hour external Employee Assistance Programme helpline.
• Flexible benefits including Buy and Sell holiday, Cycle to Work, Payroll Charity Giving, and Private Medical Insurance.
• Client and team member commission schemes.
• Pension scheme (3% rising to 4%, matched up to 6% after 4 years’ service).
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay after one year’s service.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join a supportive and forward-thinking team, we would love to hear from you! Apply today to become a valued member of the Plymouth office.