Accounts Senior

Senior Accounts - Exeter

Your new company
This is a well-established and forward-thinking accountancy practice with a strong presence in the South West. Known for its supportive and inclusive culture, the firm offers excellent opportunities for career progression, with many of its senior leaders having developed internally. It provides a comprehensive training package, including fully funded qualifications and generous study support, making it an ideal environment for ambitious professionals looking to grow their careers in practice. The team is collaborative, client-focused, and committed to delivering high-quality service across a diverse portfolio.
Your new role

Planning and preparing accounts for a variety of clients (e.g. Sole Traders, Partnerships and Limited Companies) from client records for review by manager or reporting partner.

Sending final accounts to clients.

Assist less senior colleagues with accounts completion

Setting budgets for accounts preparation.

Preparing and reviewing personal and Corporation Tax Returns along with tax planning.

Calculating income tax liabilities.

Cash flow forecasting work.

Building and maintaining strong relationships with new and existing clients

Dealing with everyday correspondence and emails in a timely manner.

Tax enquiries work as they arise.

Preparation of management and financial accounts

Assisting with coaching and developing junior members of the team, including on-the-job training

Providing software training to clients

Daily completion of your timesheet

Continuous professional development to deepen your own knowledge and understanding and keep up to date with any changes within the industry

What you'll need to succeed

AAT qualified with at least 4 years' practice experience, or ACA/ACCA part-qualified with a minimum of 8 years' experience.

Strong experience in accounts preparation and tax

Proficiency in accounting software such as Sage, QuickBooks, Xero, and CCH

Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong client relationships

A proactive attitude and the ability to support and mentor junior colleagues

Practice experience

What you'll get in return

20-25-day holiday, plus bank holidays

1 extra holiday day for Christmas

An additional 0.5-day holiday after each year

Flexi time

Medicare cash plan

Online discount shopping portal

Access to a 24-hour employee helpline

1 day working from home

Payment of 1 professional subscription per year

Fully funded training qualifications

Training bonuses for AAT, ACA and ACCA students

Parking permit salary sacrifice

Employee referral bonus of up to £1500

Dress down Friday

Wellbeing team

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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