A friendly and modern Cardiff-based Accountancy Practice is seeking an experienced Accounts Senior to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Accountant who values variety, client contact, and a clear path to progression.

Based in Cardiff, this permanent position offers a collaborative working environment, on-site benefits, and a defined route to Client Manager level after approximately six months.

The Accounts Senior will be working with a great mix of SME and owner-managed businesses across the UK. The practice value strong client relationships, practical advice and a supportive team culture.

If you enjoy working autonomously and seeking a family-friendly, independent accountancy practice, this is an ideal opportunity for you.

Requirements

• ACA or ACCA fully qualified, accountancy practice experience is essential.
• Experience working with SME and owner-managed businesses.
• Experience of reviewing work and supervising junior colleagues.
• Strong working knowledge of UK accounting and tax compliance.
• Excellent attention to detail and proven review skills.
• Confident communicator with a client-focused approach.
• Proficient in Xero cloud accounting software.
• No audit experience required.

Duties and Responsibilities of Accounts Senior

• Preparation of year-end accounts for limited companies.
• Preparation of corporation tax returns (CT600) and self-assessment tax returns.
• Preparation of management accounts.
• Review of VAT Returns completed by the team.
• Reviewing work completed by junior team members and supporting their development.
• Liaising directly with clients to resolve queries and provide practical advice.
• Identifying tax planning and business advisory opportunities for clients.
• Ensuring all compliance deadlines are met and quality standards maintained.
• Supporting process improvements and promoting the use of cloud accounting tools.
• Assisting with workflow management across the team.

This is a great opportunity to join an independent firm looking to grow. If you are a qualified Accountant seeking more flexibility this would be the perfect option for you!

If this role is not quite right for you but know someone who might be suitable, we offer a referral incentive scheme.

Bowen Eldridge Recruitment are acting as an Accountancy Practice Recruitment Agency on behalf of a client to appoint this vacancy.

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