Full job descriptionSemi Senior / Senior Accountant
Location: Luton
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Working Pattern: Office-Based (5 Days per Week)
About the Role
An ambitious and growing accountancy practice is looking to appoint a Semi Senior / Senior Accountant to join its close-knit team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced practice accountant who is looking for greater responsibility, broader client exposure, and genuine long-term progression. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the firm’s client portfolio, working closely with senior management across both accounts and tax assignments.
The position offers a balanced mix of accounts and tax work, with the opportunity to take ownership of a significant client portfolio over time.
Key Responsibilities
*Preparation of statutory accounts for a varied portfolio of clients.
*Preparation and submission of personal tax returns.
*Managing a portfolio of approximately 50-100 tax returns.
*Working with clients who have:
*Rental property portfolios
*Investment income
*Sole trader businesses

*Exposure to Capital Gains Tax matters.
*Reviewing bookkeeping and VAT work completed by junior team members.
*Supporting Client Managers with portfolio management and client queries.
*Assisting with CIS-related work where required.
*Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
*Working independently and managing client deadlines with minimal supervision.
Client Portfolio
You will work with a diverse range of clients including:
Individuals
*Landlords and property investors
*High-net-worth individuals
*Sole traders
Businesses
*Owner-managed businesses
*SMEs across a variety of sectors
*Companies preparing accounts under FRS 102 and FRS 105
Industry Sectors
*Consultancy
*Engineering
*Property
*Beauty
*Marketing
*Construction
*Software & Technology
Candidate Requirements
Essential
*4-6 years’ experience within a UK accountancy practice.
*Strong personal tax and income tax experience.
*Experience preparing company accounts.
*Confident managing client work independently.
*Good understanding of bookkeeping and VAT processes.
*Strong communication and client-facing skills.
Desirable
*Capital Gains Tax exposure.
*CIS experience.
*Experience reviewing bookkeeping and VAT work.
*Knowledge of Maple Tax Digital software.
*ACCA/ACA qualified, part-qualified, or qualified by experience.
What’s on Offer
*Genuine career progression opportunities as the firm grows.
*Opportunity to take ownership of a substantial client portfolio.
*Broad exposure across accounts, tax and client management.
*Supportive and collaborative team environment.
*ICAEW Authorised Training Employer.
*ACCA study support available.
*Strong work-life balance with minimal overtime expectations.
*On-site parking available.
Working Hours
*Monday to Friday
*9:00am to 5:00pm
*1-hour lunch break