Senior Accountant

Key Responsibilities

Preparation of statutory accounts

Managing a portfolio of UK-based clients

Handling bookkeeping, VAT returns, and year-end accounts

Preparation and review of working papers in Excel

Liaising directly with HMRC

Ensuring all work is completed in line with deadlines and quality standards

Supporting process improvements within the team

Required Skills & Experience

Strong experience in statutory accounts production using CCH

Proficiency in Xero (mandatory)

Experience With Other Accounting Software

Advanced Excel skills for working papers and reconciliations

Minimum 2.5+ years of UK client experience (bookkeeping, VAT, and accounts)

Ideally 3+ years of UK experience and 5+ years of overall accounting experience

Strong understanding of UK accounting standards and compliance requirements