Full job description

- About the Firm
Our client is a highly respected, independently owned regional firm of Chartered Accountants, providing a high calibre service to various clients across East Anglia. This is a modern, progressive firm driven by innovation, adaptability, and a genuine investment in its people.
Employees are truly valued as the firm’s greatest asset. With a strong emphasis on both personal development and long-term career progression, this is a place where ambitious professionals can thrive.
- The Opportunity
Reed Practice are delighted to be partnering with this outstanding firm to recruit a Senior Accountant.
This is not an audit role. Instead, you’ll work closely with a diverse portfolio of clients, delivering high-quality accounting and tax services while enjoying interesting, varied work and strong client interaction.
You’ll benefit from real autonomy, a collaborative team environment, development and progression, and the opportunity to build lasting client relationships.
- Key Responsibilities for the Senior Accountant involve but not limited to:
Accounting & Tax
*Prepare draft accounts and tax computations for senior review
*Complete self-assessment, business, and partnership tax returns
*Capital gains tax computations
VAT, CIS & Payroll
*Prepare and submit VAT returns and liaise with HMRC; advising clients on VAT matters
*Manage CIS returns
*Produce P11Ds and support payroll processes
Advisory & Client Support
*Provide forecasting and financial projections
*Support clients with key business decisions
*Identify opportunities to add value and grow client accounts
Team Leadership
*Supervise, mentor, and review junior team members, ensure work meets the firms’ high standards
- Why Join This Firm? There are many firms looking your skills. Our client, however, can offer -
*Genuine investment in your development and career progression; treat you as a person not just a "a number on a seat".
*Supportive, knowledgeable, and collaborative team culture
*Strong, stable client base across East Anglia;clients local to your office = less travel.
*Varied, engaging workload with no audit requirement
*Competitive, flexible salary depending on experience
About You
This role is ideal for someone looking to step up or broaden their experience within a forward-thinking practice. You will be:
*AAT qualified, or ACA/ACCA finalist, or Qualified by Experience (QBE) with strong practice exposure
Alongside this, you’ll have:
*Proven experience preparing accounts and tax returns in a UK practice
*Confidence managing a varied client portfolio
*Strong communication and relationship-building skills
*A proactive, solutions-focused mindset
Apply now if you’re ready to take the next step in your career within a highly regarded and progressive firm, we’d love to hear from you. Contact Natalie Harden at Reed for a confidential discussion and further details.