Accounts Senior

Sellick Partnership • Permanent • Blackburn, Blackburn with Darwen, England, United Kingdom • 1h ago

Accounts Senior
£40,000 - £45,000 per annum
Study support available
Bury, Greater Manchester - Hybrid working (2-3 days in office)
Permanent

Sellick Partnership is working with a well-regarded accountancy practice in Bury who are looking for an experienced Accounts Senior to join their team permanently. The practice is part of a wider group with ambitious growth plans and this role has been created to support an expanding client base. It's a genuine opportunity for someone who wants to get stuck in from day one and build towards managing their own portfolio over time.

Overview of the Accounts Senior role:

You will be joining a small, close-knit team of seven, working on a varied mix of accounts, tax and compliance work for a broad range of clients. The role is hands-on from the start, the practice needs someone who can contribute quickly rather than spend months finding their feet. The business is open to candidates at different stages of their career, including those still working towards their qualifications and study support is available for the right person.

Key responsibilities of the Accounts Senior will include:

Preparation of accounts for a mixed portfolio of clients including sole traders, partnerships and limited companies
Completion of VAT returns and ensuring clients remain MTD compliant
Preparation of corporation tax computations and CT600 returns
Personal self-assessment tax returns for directors, sole traders and individuals
Management accounts preparation and financial reporting to support client decision-making
Bookkeeping and ledger management for a range of clients
Supporting and reviewing the work of junior team members
Building and maintaining strong day-to-day relationships with clients
Contributing to the wider team's KPIs and supporting the management team as required

What we are looking for in the Accounts Senior:

Previous experience working within an accountancy practice - this is essential
Solid grounding in accounts preparation across a variety of client types
ACA, ACCA or AAT qualified or part-qualified - qualified by experience will also be considered
Comfortable with bookkeeping, VAT and personal tax
Someone who takes ownership of their work and can manage their own deadlines
A good communicator who builds trust with clients and works well within a small team

What is on offer alongside the Accounts Senior position:

Salary of up to £45,000 depending on experience
Study support for candidates working towards ACA, ACCA or AAT
Hybrid working - 2-3 days per week in the Bury office
Clear route to portfolio holder as the practice grows
Small, supportive team with a collaborative and family-friendly culture
Part of a larger group with strong long-term growth plans

How to apply for the Accounts Senior position:

If this sounds like the right move for you, apply today or get in touch for a confidential chat. Contact Martin Richardson at Sellick Partnership to find out more.

Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

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