Audit & Accounts Senior

An established independent firm of accountants in central Doncaster is looking to appoint an Accounts Senior as part of its continued development. The practice works with a varied portfolio of owner-managed businesses and offers the opportunity to build long-term client relationships within a supportive, partner led environment.

Working closely with an existing partner, the successful candidate will take responsibility for accounts preparation, reviewing work and managing client relationships. This is an opportunity for an ambitious practice accountant who enjoys both the technical and client facing aspects of the role and is interested in progressing towards management and potentially directorship in the longer term.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare year-end statutory accounts for a portfolio of limited companies and other business clients.
• Review accounts preparation work completed by junior members of the team.
• Act as a key contact for clients, responding to queries and providing ongoing accounting support.
• Work closely with the partner on client assignments, technical matters and practice management.
• Oversee the delivery of accounts assignments, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are maintained.
• Support and develop junior colleagues through work reviews and day-to-day guidance.
• Identify opportunities to provide additional support and advice to existing clients.
• Assist with audit assignments where experience allows, supporting the development of the firm's growing audit portfolio.
• Take on increasing responsibility for client relationships and assignment management as experience develops.

Candidate profile

• ACA or ACCA qualified, or an experienced finalist with strong practice experience.
• A solid background in accounts preparation within an accountancy practice.
• Experience reviewing the work of junior colleagues, or readiness to take on this responsibility.
• Strong client servicing skills, with the confidence to deal directly with business owners.
• Good technical accounting knowledge and the ability to manage multiple assignments.
• An interest in developing management responsibilities and progressing within an independent practice.
• Previous audit experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

Salary and benefits

• Salary circa £40,000 for a newly qualified accountant.
• Higher salary packages available for more experienced candidates, reflecting technical ability and client management experience.
• Full-time position based in central Doncaster.
• Direct access to the firm's partner and involvement in a broad range of client work.
• Opportunity to gain audit experience as this area of the practice develops.

Career progression
A particular attraction of this position is the opportunity for longer-term progression. The firm is looking for someone who can develop beyond a traditional Accounts Senior role, taking on greater responsibility for clients, staff and the wider running of the practice.
Working alongside an established partner provides the opportunity to develop towards an Accounts Manager position, with a potential route to directorship over time.

This could appeal to a recently qualified accountant looking for their next step or an experienced Senior seeking a clearer route into practice management and leadership.

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