Overview [do not copy title over to website]
An established accountancy firm is looking to add an Accounts Senior to its team in Farnham. The role offers a varied workload across statutory accounts, corporation tax and day-to-day client support, working with businesses of different sizes and across a range of sectors.
You will take responsibility for delivering accurate accounts work, keeping clients informed and helping resolve queries as they arise. It's suited to someone with a solid practice background who enjoys a mix of technical work and client contact, with scope to develop further as the firm continues to grow.
Job Title: Accounts Senior
Job Type: Perm
Location: Farnham
Salary: £40,000 – 47,000
Reference no: 16152
Accounts Senior – Benefits
- 23 days’ annual leave, increasing with service by up to five additional days
- Pension scheme
- Life assurance at four times annual salary
- Employee benefits portal offering cashback and discounts
- Training and professional development support
- Career progression within a growing accountancy firm
Accounts Senior – About The Role
You will look after a varied range of accounts assignments, ensuring client records are translated into accurate financial statements and associated tax work. The role involves regular communication with clients, managing information requests and working with colleagues to keep assignments progressing smoothly.
Key responsibilities
- Prepare and review statutory accounts for a range of business clients.
- Complete corporation tax computations and returns, ensuring relevant requirements are met.
- Review financial information and working papers, following up on discrepancies where necessary.
- Liaise with clients to obtain records, clarify figures and resolve accounting queries.
- Provide practical support on routine accounting matters and software-related questions.
- Manage your own workload and keep assignments on track against agreed deadlines.
- Assist with more involved client assignments and additional project work when required.
- Work alongside colleagues to maintain consistent standards and improve the quality of service provided.
The successful Accounts Senior will have:
- A minimum of 3 years UK accountancy practice experience.
- ACA, ACCA or AAT qualification, or equivalent relevant experience.
- A sound understanding of statutory accounts and corporation tax.
- The ability to interpret financial information and produce accurate work.
- Good organisation and attention to detail.
- Confidence communicating with clients and handling queries professionally.
- The ability to manage deadlines and balance competing priorities.
- A dependable, proactive approach and a genuine interest in providing good client service.
Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.
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