Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant Job Vacancy

Are you the standout Senior Accountant we’re looking for?

This prestigious firm of accountants in Gateshead are seeking a talented accountant with leadership skills and several years of experience in general accounting.

This firm is seeking a candidate with at least three years of UK practice general accounting experience ACCA or ACA qualification and leadership experience.

You’ll be a hard worker and you’ll be excited to be part of a dynamic team that is well regarded amongst their loyal client portfolio.

It’s an exciting opportunity and you’ll want to learn more about it we’re sure! Reach out to our team of consultants without delay to find out more.

Job Purpose

• Provide a full suite of accountancy support to a varied client portfolio.
• Work closely with senior management to ensure assignments are meeting expectations, deadlines, and budgets.
• Preparation of year-end accounts for Limited companies, both FRS102a and FRS105.
• Preparation of Sole trader, partnership and LLP accounts.
• Completion of corporate, personal and partnership tax returns.
• Assisting manager group with ad hoc assignments such as cash flow forecasts.
• Completion of management accounts.
• Liaise with clients, building trusted relationships and proactively problem solving.
• Support junior staff by reviewing work with constructive feedback and scoping training opportunities.
• Support the firm’s growth by identifying new service lines for clients and identifying prospective clients.
• Stay up-to-date with accountancy regulations, providing trusted knowledge to the team and clients.
• Drive your professional development, enthusiastically undertaking training and working towards progression.
• Set an example as a hands-on Senior Accountant, championing service excellence and the firm’s core values.

About the Employer

This Senior Accountant job in Gateshead is offered by a thriving firm of accountants with a national presence.

This firm offers a full range of accounting and audit services for a diverse portfolio but this role will involve a focus on high-net worth individuals, SMEs, not-for-profits, regulated industries and agriculture.

Employee Benefits

• £35,000 - £45,000 per annum
• Full time, permanent post
• Company pension
• Generous annual leave
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Corporate Rewards
• Flexible working
• Full mentorship and study support
• An open, inclusive approach to workforce management
• Defined pathway of upward progression

Job Requirements

• Track record of supporting a varied client portfolio within practice.
• At least 3 years of UK practice experience.
• ACCA or ACA qualification.
• Good knowledge across accountancy systems.
• Adept at using Microsoft Office suite, including Excel and Word.
• Strong communication and advisory skills.
• A proactive problem-solver.
• Self-motivated and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Highly organised with good attention to detail.
• A team player able to bring out the best in others.
• Enthusiastic to build on existing skillset, learning from an experienced team.

About Public Practice Recruitment Ltd

Public Practice Recruitment Ltd recruits high-calibre accounting professionals at all levels for tax, accounts, and auditor jobs on both a permanent and temporary basis for accountancy firms.

Specialising solely in accountancy recruitment, Public Practice Recruitment Ltd regularly has new auditor jobs and accountancy jobs in Gateshead and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.