Semi-Senior Accountant to Manager

We are actively recruiting for 2 new job opportunities for accountants from part-qualified to Manager grade, with a long-standing firm of accountants based in Northampton who are large enough to offer great perks and salaries, but small enough to recognise the individual and give you a personalised career path.

The firm are looking to hire a Semi-Senior to Senior Accountant and also an Assistant Manager up to a Manager grade person. Applications are welcomed from anyone with experience from an accountancy firm and the firm can design the job to suit your experience level.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Private medical insurance and a car allowance for managers.
• Up to a 5% pension match.
• Option to purchase up to 3 additional days of holiday.
• Flexible working hours (core hours 10-4) with some remote work options.
• A collaborative, supportive, and professional working environment.

Key Responsibilities for Semi-Senior to Senior Accountant Vacancy:

• Manage and oversee a portfolio of clients, ensuring high-quality financial reporting and compliance.
• Review and finalize accounts, tax computations, and VAT returns prepared by junior team members.
• Support and mentor junior staff, including ACA trainees, providing technical guidance and training.
• Assist in conducting audits and reviewing financial statements to ensure compliance with regulations. (optional)
• Liaise with clients to address queries, provide financial insights, and strengthen relationships.
• Contribute to business development by identifying opportunities to enhance client services and expand the client base.
• Assist in workflow management and process improvement to enhance efficiency within the team.
• Work closely with senior managers and partners on strategic projects, business growth, and firm-wide initiatives.

Key Responsibilities for Senior to Manager Vacancy:

• Client Portfolio Management: Oversee a portfolio of clients, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting, tax compliance, and advisory services.
• Team Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of accountants and trainees, ensuring high standards of work and professional growth.
• Review & Compliance: Review and finalize financial statements, tax computations, VAT returns, and audit reports prepared by the team.
• Business Development: Identify opportunities to expand services, strengthen client relationships, and contribute to the firm’s growth strategy.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to UK GAAP, FRS 102, and relevant tax regulations.
• Strategic Planning: Work closely with partners and senior managers on firm-wide initiatives, process improvements, and business development strategies.
• Workflow & Efficiency: Manage project timelines and resource allocation to optimize efficiency and service delivery.

Key Requirements for Senior to Manager Vacancy:

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with substantial experience in a practice environment.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, FRS 102, and tax compliance.