Accounts Senior

Your new company
Hays Accountancy & Finance are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing accountancy practice based in Co. Armagh area to recruit an ambitious Accounts Senior. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded firm with a diverse client portfolio spanning owner-managed businesses, SMEs and corporate organisations across a range of sectors.

This role offers genuine long-term career progression, exposure to varied and interesting client work, and the opportunity to further develop your technical and client management skills within a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Your new role
As an Accounts Senior, you will manage a portfolio of clients while delivering a wide range of accounting and compliance services. You will act as a key point of contact for clients, building strong relationships and providing high-quality support and advice.

Key responsibilities will include:

Preparation and review of statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
Preparation of management accounts and financial reports.
VAT return preparation and submission.
Corporation tax compliance support.
Managing client relationships and responding to day-to-day queries.
Liaising with HMRC and other external stakeholders.
Supporting and mentoring junior team members.
Identifying opportunities to improve processes and add value for clients.
Ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.
Assisting with advisory assignments and project work.
What you'll need to succeed

What you'll need to succeed
ACA or ACCA qualification, or be nearing qualification.At least three years' experience within an accountancy practice environment.
Experience preparing accounts for a broad client portfolio.
Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards and VAT regulations.
Experience using cloud-based accounting software such as Xero, Sage or QuickBooks.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Experience reviewing junior staff work, supporting tax compliance activities and working closely with owner-managed businesses would be advantageous.

What you'll get in return
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Hybrid working
1.30pm finish EVERY Friday
Core/ flexible hours - choose hours that work for you!
31 days hols
Company Sick Pay
Life Assurance
Private health careClear progression pathway within a growing practice.
Exposure to a varied and interesting client base.
Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
Supportive and collaborative team culture.
Opportunity to develop leadership and management experience.

What you need to do now
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