via Reed · 16 September 2026 ·5 days ago

Senior Accountant

Reed
Leigh-On-Sea Full-time GBP 45,000 – 50,000
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Senior Accountant

Office-Based | Essex

Up to £50,000 per annum

Full-Time | Permanent

Reed Accountancy Practice are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a successful and growing accountancy practice for an experienced Senior Accountant to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious practice professional looking to take ownership of a diverse portfolio of clients while developing their leadership and client management skills within a supportive environment.

The Role

As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients and ensuring the delivery of a first-class service. You will work closely with clients, review work prepared by junior team members, and support the ongoing development of less experienced colleagues.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing a portfolio of limited company, sole trader and partnership clients

  • Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts

  • Preparing and reviewing corporation tax returns

  • Reviewing VAT returns and bookkeeping work

  • Preparing and reviewing management accounts

  • Acting as the main point of contact for clients and responding to queries

  • Building and maintaining strong client relationships

  • Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team

  • Monitoring workflow to ensure deadlines are met

  • Identifying opportunities to improve processes and service delivery

  • Assisting with client onboarding and business development activities where required

The Ideal Candidate

To be considered for this role, you will have:

  • Previous experience working within an accountancy practice

  • Experience managing a portfolio of clients

  • Strong accounts preparation and tax knowledge

  • Experience reviewing the work of junior team members

  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

  • A proactive and commercially minded approach

  • AAT qualified, ACA/ACCA part-qualified or qualified candidates will all be considered

What's on Offer?
  • Salary up to £50,000, depending on experience

  • Clear progression opportunities

  • Supportive and collaborative team culture

  • Varied and interesting client portfolio

  • Ongoing training and professional development

  • Free on-site parking

  • Office-based role within a well-established and growing practice

If you're an experienced Senior Accountant looking to join a reputable accountancy practice where you can build strong client relationships and play a key role in the success of the business, we'd love to hear from you.

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