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Senior Accountant

Southampton

Post Date, 20/09/2023

Salary: 35000-40000 per annum

Permanent

Senior Accountant Job Vacancy

Are you a talented accounting all rounder, with experience supporting a junior team, ready to move into a role as a Senior Accountant in Southampton? We’re representing a highly established and respected firm in their search for an ambitious and knowledgeable professional who can autonomously oversee the provision of general accounting services for a sizeable portfolio of loyal clients.

You’ll be technically capable, have significant UK Practice experience, ambition and the energy required to motivate and drive forward a team who can provide an enhanced level of service. Ideally you’ll be ACCA/ACA qualified or a finalist and you’ll be able to manage deadlines, workflow and be able to improve processes to make your team as productive and happy as possible.

This role represents an excellent opportunity in Hampshire and we’d urge interested candidates to reach out without delay to find out more in total confidence.

JobPurpose
  • Plan, prepare, and review accounts for Sole Traders, Partnerships, and Limited companies.
  • Liaise directly with clients, sending final accounts, proactively handing queries, and building trusted relationships.
  • Forecast and manage budgets, oversee workflow, and mentor junior staff with training and knowledge sharing.
  • Prepare personal and corporation tax computations, including tax returns, tax liabilities, and providing trusted advisory.
  • Work closely with senior team members, ensuring expectations, deadlines, and budgets are being met.
  • Promote and strive for customer service excellence and set an example to junior staff as a hands-on and proactive Senior Accountant.
  • Support the Managers with a range of ad hoc duties as required.
About this firm

This multi-office firm is seeking a full time Senior Accountant to work in their Southampton office and enjoy a competitive package of rewards. With significant heritage, this firm is proud of its excellent reputation and seeks to employ a friendly team of technically outstanding professionals.

Benefit from:
  • £35,000 - £40,000 per annum
  • Full time, permanent position
  • Continued professional development
  • A comprehensive suite of wellbeing benefits
  • Flexible working considered
  • Enhanced company pension
  • Generous annual leave
Job Requirements
  • ACCA, ACA, or CA qualified or finalist with a proven track record of supporting clients within practice.
  • Working knowledge of accounting software, including Sage, QuickBooks and Xero.
  • Experience using software for accounts production, such as CCH.
  • Adept at using Microsoft Office suite, including Excel and Word.
  • Strong communication and advisory skills.
  • Good attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
  • Self-motivated and able to manage a team’s workflow.
  • A team player able to bring out the best in others.
  • Confidently mentor junior team members, in a positive and constructive manner
About Public Practice Recruitment Ltd

Public Practice Recruitment Ltd recruits high-calibre accounting professionals at all levels for tax, accounts, and auditor jobs on both a permanent and temporary basis for accountancy firms.??

Specialising solely in accountancy recruitment, Public Practice Recruitment Ltd regularly has new auditor jobs and accountancy jobs in Southampton and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.??

Job Responsibility
Contract Details
  • Contract Type: Permanent
  • Salary Type: per annum
  • Total Applications: 9
  • Last Date: 03/02/2025
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