Senior Accountant

Leicester Permanent £38,000 - £45,000 per year View Job Description
This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded Senior Accountant to join a growing professional services firm, taking ownership of a varied portfolio while supporting junior team members. The role offers strong exposure to client advisory work, alongside the chance to contribute to process improvement and future growth.
  • Senior Accountant to join regional firm in Leicestershire area.
  • Strong performance provides a pathway to Assistant Manager / Manager

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established and expanding accountancy and business advisory firm, operating within a wider national group structure. With a strong regional presence and a collaborative approach, the firm provides a full suite of services to owner-managed businesses, SMEs and growing corporates. The business prides itself on delivering high-quality technical advice while supporting career progression through structured development and exposure to a diverse client base.

Job Description

  • Manage a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors, acting as a key point of contact
  • Prepare and review statutory accounts in line with UK GAAP and relevant regulations
  • Oversee the preparation of management accounts, providing clear insight and analysis to clients
  • Support tax compliance processes, including corporation tax returns and liaising with specialists where required
  • Review work produced by junior team members, providing guidance and technical support
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships, identifying opportunities to add value
  • Assist with audits where required and contribute to wider team delivery
  • Drive improvements in internal processes, ensuring efficiency and high-quality output
  • Support senior leadership on ad hoc projects and business development initiatives

The Successful Applicant

  • ACA, ACCA qualified or qualified by experience
  • Strong experience within practice, with exposure to a varied client portfolio
  • Solid technical knowledge of UK accounting standards and compliance requirements
  • Confident communicator, able to build relationships with clients and internal stakeholders
  • Experience reviewing work and supporting junior team members is highly advantageous
  • Proactive and commercially aware, with a desire to develop into a more senior role
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively



What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary depending on experience
  • Leicester office location with flexible hybrid working
  • Clear progression pathway towards Manager level
  • Exposure to a wide and varied client base
  • Ongoing professional development and training support
  • Opportunity to gain advisory experience and broaden skillset
  • Supportive leadership team and structured career development
Contact
Jamal Ganiyu
Quote job ref
JN-112025-6875426
Phone number
+441212309387

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Newly Qualified
Sector
Business Services
Location
Leicester
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jamal Ganiyu
Consultant phone
+441212309387
Job reference
JN-112025-6875426