Senior Accountant OR Assistant Manager

A highly regarded and modern accountancy practice based in Derby is looking to recruit a Senior Accountant or Assistant Manager into a key role within the firm. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accountant who is ready to step into a more client-facing, advisory-focused position with clear progression.

This role would suit someone currently working as a Senior Accountant or Assistant Manager, or a strong Accountant looking to move up into a more senior, client-focused position.

The firm is looking to appoint a Senior Accountant or Assistant Manager to sit between the accounts production team and the Client Managers. You will play a vital role in supporting clients, overseeing work, and acting as a key contact for a varied portfolio.

You will be involved in:

• Preparing and finalising statutory accounts and tax returns

• Handling personal and corporate tax matters

• Managing and supporting a portfolio of clients

• Attending and leading client meetings

• Company secretarial work, including share transfers and director changes

• Supporting and working closely with Directors

• Reviewing work prepared by junior team members

• Acting as a key point of contact between the compliance team and management

The firm is very supportive and happy to develop areas where you may have less experience.

This is a genuinely attractive opportunity for a Senior Accountant or Assistant Manager looking for flexibility, progression, and a supportive working environment.

Benefits include:

• Flexible working with hybrid options (typically 50% office-based or more if preferred)

• Generous holiday allowance – above market average

• Option to buy and sell holiday

• TOIL system – earn up to 5 additional days off per year

• Paid overtime (1.5x salary) for staff up to Assistant Manager level

• Free on-site parking

• Excellent career progression to Supervisor / Manager level and beyond

• Modern offices and a friendly, professional culture