Senior Accountant

An established firm of accountants based in Leicester, with a great reputation as an employer are looking for a Senior Accountant, to work out of their office in Leicester due to expanding workloads and growth of the firm. The role is open to part-time and full-time candidates and the salary is dependent on experience. The firm may hire up to a full Manager grade, for the right person.

The firm can offer excellent long-term progression opportunities, as well as flexible working hours and hybrid working.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare statutory accounts for limited companies independently and to a high professional standard.
• Review accounts preparation work completed by junior team members and provide clear, constructive feedback.
• Supervise, mentor, and train junior accountants and accounts assistants to support their technical development.
• Liaise directly with clients to resolve queries, request information, and maintain strong professional relationships.
• Complete file reviews and ensure assignments are fully prepared for final Partner review and sign-off.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards, including full disclosure requirements under FRS 102.
• Prepare and review capital allowances computations.
• Advise on and process trading losses and related tax treatments.
• Manage matters relating to Section 455 tax and overdrawn directors’ loan accounts.
• Prepare and advise on dividends and personal tax implications for directors and shareholders.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary in-line with market rate
• Hybrid working, up to 2 days a week from home
• Flexibility in start and finish times
• Free parking onsite
• Good central office location, close to many transport links for an easy commute
• Company pension scheme
• Opportunity for career progression with a well-established accountancy firm

Requirements:

• Desirable but not essential – ACCA/ACA qualified (or soon to be qualified)
• Full right to work in the UK