Senior Accountant - growing independent firm

Ipswich - hybrid working

£40,000 - £50,000 DOE

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join a well established team within a growing independent practice in Ipswich.

The Role

This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to organisational growth while developing your professional expertise within a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in both accounting and tax responsibilities and have experience working within a client facing capacity.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of statutory accounts / financial statements ensuring they meet applicable accounting frameworks for Ltd companies, partnerships and sole traders.
• Provide tax support and tax planning advice across VAT, corporation tax and self assessment
• Analyse ledger balances by carrying out detailed reconciliations and addressing any inconsistencies
• Support with management accounts
• Responsible for bookkeeping duties using systems such as Xero, Sage and QuickBooks,
• Provide support, training, and mentorship to junior finance team members to encourage their development.

About You

• Proven experience within a practice setting at Semi Senior or Senior level
• Strong proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, Xero,
• Good knowledge and experience of management reporting
• Excellent organisational skills with the capacity to prioritise tasks in a timely manner
• Experience mentoring or supervising junior team members is desirable
• Ideally AAT and/or ACA/ACCA qualified
• Excellent communication skills with previous experience of dealing with clients directly

What's on Offer

• An opportunity to work with a well established team in a long standing firm that are supportive, collaborative and flexible
• Flexible hybrid working
• Parking onsite
• Highly competitive remuneration package

Come and join this independent firm at an exciting stage in their growth journey!