Senior Accountant - Public Practice Recruitment Ltd : Job Details

Senior Accountant Job Vacancy

Before you learn about this Senior Accountant job in Derby, can you answer yes to these questions?

• Are you a hands-on team player keen to gain exposure to an established and varied client portfolio?
• Are you career-driven and keen to further learning from an experienced team?
• Are you a great communicator with a proactive approach to problem solving?

If so, you could secure a varied role with one of the leading firms Derbyshire, an impressive pay and perks package, and a defined route to progression.

This Senior Accountant job in Derby is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving firm that is enjoying stable growth.

Are you a Semi Senior looking for the next step up in your practice career? Or are you already a Senior Accountant and looking for a new challenge with a forward-thinking firm?

Don’t let this superb opportunity pass you by.

Apply confidentially today to take a step towards a new role in practice.

Job Purpose

• Plan, prepare, and review accounts for a diverse and significant client portfolio.
• 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.

About this firm

Offering a full-suite of perks expected of a large office, this family firm is well established in the region with a excellent reputation for its tailored approach to service delivery.

An employer of choice in Derbyshire for accountants at all levels, this highly regarded firm empowers its staff through continuous professional development and a defined path to progression.

Enjoying stable growth, this team of experienced accountants and advisors is looking for a driven candidate who can support this positive trajectory.

Benefit from:

• £35,000 - £45,000 per annum
• Full time, permanent position
• Enhanced company pension
• Generous annual leave + birthday off
• Dress for your diary policy
• Flexible working
• Employee reward scheme
• Modern offices and regular social events
• Company away days
• Referral scheme
• Life assurance
• Retail discounts
• Healthcare cashback
• Continued professional development
• Inclusive company values

Job Requirements

• ACCA or ACA qualified with a minimum of 3 years experience within practice.
• Qualified by experience would also be considered.
• A proven track record of working with clients within practice.
• Experienced across annual accounts and management accounts.
• Working knowledge of accounting software, including Sage, QuickBooks and Xero.
• 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 Derby and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.