This Senior Accountant role in Portsmouth is all about overseeing financial operations and helping clients stay on top of their accounts. You'll be managing a variety of tasks to make sure everything runs smoothly in the professional services industry.
Client Details
Our client is a well-established and forward-thinking accountancy practice that supports a wide range of SME clients, based in Waterlooville. They have built a strong reputation for delivering expert advice, exceptional client service, and fostering a collaborative culture where employees are encouraged to develop professionally and contribute to the continued growth of the business.
Description
As a Senior Accountant, you will take ownership of a client portfolio while acting as a technical point of contact for colleagues. This role combines client management, accounts preparation, tax planning, advisory work, and team leadership.
Key responsibilities include
- Prepare and review financial statements for clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Oversee bookkeeping and payroll processes, offering guidance to junior staff.
- Provide tax planning advice and ensure timely submission of tax returns.
- Manage client relationships, addressing queries and offering tailored financial solutions.
- Assist in budgeting and forecasting processes for clients.
- Support clients with VAT and other compliance requirements.
- Collaborate with team members to improve internal accounting processes.
- Stay updated with changes in accounting regulations and relay relevant updates to clients.
Profile
A successful Senior Accountant should have
- A recognised accountancy qualification (e.g., ACCA, ACA, AAT, ATT, or equivalent).
- At least five years of experience working within an accountancy practice environment.
- Strong experience preparing and reviewing accounts and tax returns.
- A solid understanding of corporate and personal taxation.
- Experience using cloud-based accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, Dext, or similar.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain technical information to clients clearly.
- Previous experience supporting, mentoring, or reviewing the work of junior team members.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- A proactive and client-focused approach to accountancy and advisory services.
Job Offer
- Salary ranging from £44,000 to £50,000, dependent on the level of experience.
- Hybrid / flexi working.
- Clear progression and development opportunities.
- Exposure to a broad and varied client base.
- A supportive and collaborative culture.
- Ongoing professional development and CPD support.
- The opportunity to take on advisory and leadership responsibilities.
- A business that values relationships, learning, and employee growth.