Accounts Senior

Job Title: Accounts Senior
Location: Newport Office (client site visits may be required)
Working Hours: 37.5 hours/week, standard 8:30-17:00 (flexible)
Benefits: 30 days holiday, life assurance (2x salary), pension scheme, ICAEW/ACCA subscriptions, in-house gym

About the Role:
Join a Top 20 firm of Chartered Accountants and become a key member of the Business Advisory Department. As an Accounts Senior, you'll be the first point of contact for clients, managing accounts assignments from start to finish, supporting junior colleagues, and ensuring timely and accurate delivery of accounts and management reports.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and complete Limited company accounts

• Produce management accounts

• Reconcile all control accounts

• Use Xero and other accountancy software efficiently

• Support and guide junior colleagues

• Handle ad hoc client queries professionally

• Maintain technical expertise through webinars and ongoing learning

• Communicate effectively with clients and escalate issues or time overruns to management

• Clear review points and follow up queries until accounts are signed

Requirements:

• Proven experience in Limited company accounts

• Experience as a senior overseeing junior staff

• Proficient with Xero; experience with ProAudit and CCH Accounts Production is a plus

• Strong interpersonal skills; approachable and able to explain technical points

• Professional and objective in client relationships

• Ability to manage difficult or contentious matters directly on-site

• Presentable and professional demeanor at all times

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