Senior Accountant - Armstrong Knight : Job Details

Are you a Senior Accountant keen to step into a management role? Or are you already at Client Manager level and looking for a new challenge with a forward-thinking firm?

Our client, a prestigous Accountancy firm with an enviable portfolio of clients including land owners and Ultra HNW individuals is seeking an ambitious and qualified candidate to join them in a role that will offer partnership status.

Job Purpose

• Manage a varied client portfolio, monitoring deadlines and budgets.
• Preparation of year-end accounts.
• Preparation of tax returns and computations.
• Undertake PAYE and VAT work.
• Finalises paperwork and file with HMRC.
• Identify upselling opportunities.
• Build trusted and long-lasting client relationships as their go-to advisor.
• Manage junior staff, including workflow management, reviewing work, and providing training.
• Support with bookkeeping, ledger maintenance, and supplier maintenance.
• Preparation of management accounts.
• Support the firm’s business development strategies, including networking and business generation.
• Review processes and implement more efficient ways of service delivery.
• Set an example as a hands-on and supportive Manager.

Employee Benefits

• £50,000 to £70,000 pa
• Permanent, full-time role
• Flexible working options
• Enhanced annual leave
• Contributory pension scheme
• Professional development opportunities
• Positive and supportive company culture
• Defined path to progression- Partnership.

The successful candidate

• ACCA/ACA Qualified.
• Qualified by impressive experience would also be considered
• Adept at using accountancy software
• Technically competent across the Microsoft suite
• A can-do attitude and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Highly organised and able to manage own workload effectively
• Good communication and advisory skills
• Confident working alongside senior management
• Motivated and able to inspire others
• Collaborative and creative
• Strong business acumen