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Accounts Senior

Stoke on Trent Permanent £30,000 - £38,000 per year View Job Description
As an Accounts Senior, you'll take ownership of a varied portfolio of clients, preparing year-end accounts, corporation tax returns, and providing hands-on support across all aspects of general practice. You'll work closely with managers and partners, assist junior staff, and build long-term client relationships within a friendly, professional setting.
  • Join a leading local firm where your skills are valued and growth is real.
  • This firm has a close-knit team offering stability, growth, and valued input.

About Our Client

This strong independent accountancy practice based in Stoke-on-Trent is serving a broad mix of owner-managed businesses, SMEs, and local professionals. The firm has built its reputation on trust, consistency, and personal service - combining traditional values with a supportive, team-based culture where staff tend to stay long term.

Job Description

The successful Accounts Senior will manage a portfolio of clients and support the wider team in delivering accurate, timely, and compliant accounting and tax work.

Key Responsibilities include:

* Preparing year-end accounts for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders

* Preparing corporation tax computations and returns

* Reviewing VAT returns and bookkeeping completed by juniors

* Supporting clients with day-to-day queries and advice

* Ensuring compliance with accounting standards and deadlines

* Assisting with ad-hoc advisory or project-based work

* Using software such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, and IRIS

* Providing training and support to junior staff

The Successful Applicant

A successful Accounts Senior will have:

* Fully qualified ACA / ACCA status (or equivalent experience)

* Minimum 3 years' experience in an accountancy practice environment

* Strong technical grounding in accounts preparation and tax compliance

* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

* A proactive, reliable approach and attention to detail

* A team-oriented attitude and commitment to client service

* Able to commute to Stoke-on-Trent

What's on Offer

* Salary of £30,000 - £38,000 (DOE)

* Five-day office-based role in a friendly, traditional setting

* Supportive, close-knit team with approachable management

* Professional development opportunities and partner exposure

* Free on-site parking and local amenities nearby

* Stable, well-respected firm with a loyal client base

Contact
Anthony Dyne
Quote job ref
JN-102025-6852706
Phone number
+441618286205

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Accounts Other
Sector
Business Services
Location
Stoke on Trent
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Anthony Dyne
Consultant phone
+441618286205
Job reference
JN-102025-6852706