Senior Accountant

Excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Accountant / Client Manager to join a well-established company based in Bargoed

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum

Job Location: Bargoed – office based role

They are a busy and growing accountancy practice looking for an experienced Accounts Senior / Client Manager to join our office-based team.

This is a fast-paced role for an experienced, qualified professional who is confident managing a varied portfolio, building strong client relationships, and working accurately under pressure.

The successful candidate will be comfortable handling complex client affairs, including group company structures, while maintaining high standards and meeting deadlines in a busy practice environment.

This is also an opportunity to play an important role in the continued development of the business. As well as managing client work, you will help shape, structure, and improve the practice, contributing ideas, supporting internal processes, and helping continually develop the business as we grow.

Key responsibilities

Managing a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors

Preparing and/or reviewing year-end accounts

Preparing and/or reviewing corporation tax returns

Preparing and/or reviewing self-assessment tax returns

Reviewing VAT returns and ensuring timely submissions

Working with and advising on group company structures

Liaising directly with clients and acting as a key point of contact

Responding to client queries in a timely and professional manner

Managing deadlines across multiple client assignments

Identifying opportunities for additional services and contributing to business growth

Supporting, training, and assisting junior team members in their development

Reviewing work prepared by junior members of the team where required

Helping to improve internal systems, processes, and ways of working

Contributing to the ongoing structure and development of the practice

Playing an active role in helping the firm continually grow and improve

Supporting the wider team in a busy practice environment

What we’re looking for

Essential:

ACA or ACCA qualified

Previous experience working in a UK accountancy practice

Strong experience in accounts and tax compliance

Experience dealing with group company structures

Confident in a client-facing role

Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

Able to work efficiently and accurately in a fast-paced, busy practice

Strong communication skills and a professional manner

A proactive mindset, with the confidence to contribute ideas and help improve the business

Ability to work well within a team

Preferred:

Experience supporting or training junior staff

Experience reviewing the work of junior team members

Experience using cloud accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, or similar

Commercial awareness and confidence identifying additional client needs

An interest in helping shape systems, processes, and the future direction of the firm

What they offer

£35,000 – £40,000 salary

Sales commission

35-hour working week

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Company pension

Ongoing training and development

A supportive team environment

Opportunity to grow within a busy and ambitious practice

A chance to make a genuine impact on the future development of the business

If you have the relevant skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need