Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Office-Based Essex

Up to £50,000 per annum

Full-Time Permanent

Reed Accountancy Practice are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a successful and growing accountancy practice for an experienced Senior Accountant to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious practice professional looking to take ownership of a diverse portfolio of clients while developing their leadership and client management skills within a supportive environment.

The Role

As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients and ensuring the delivery of a first‑class service. You will work closely with clients, review work prepared by junior team members, and support the ongoing development of less experienced colleagues.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a portfolio of limited company, sole trader and partnership clients
• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts
• Preparing and reviewing corporation tax returns
• Reviewing VAT returns and bookkeeping work
• Preparing and reviewing management accounts
• Acting as the main point of contact for clients and responding to queries
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team
• Monitoring workflow to ensure deadlines are met
• Identifying opportunities to improve processes and service delivery
• Assisting with client onboarding and business development activities where required

The Ideal Candidate

To be considered for this role, you will have:

• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice
• Experience managing a portfolio of clients
• Strong accounts preparation and tax knowledge
• Experience reviewing the work of junior team members
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skillsStrong organisational skills and attention to detail
• A proactive and commercially minded approach
• AAT qualified, ACA/ACCA part-qualified or qualified candidates will all be considered

What's on Offer?

• Salary up to £50,000, depending on experience
• Clear progression opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Varied and interesting client portfolio
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Free on-site parking
• Office-based role within a well-established and growing practice

If you're an experienced Senior Accountant looking to join a reputable accountancy practice where you can build strong client relationships and play a key role in the success of the business, we'd love to hear from you.

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