Senior Accountant / Pod Leader - Award Winning Practice

Reference: 245121373_1753181298

Butler Rose are proud to be supporting a modern, award-winning accountancy firm experiencing significant growth following a recent acquisition. With a team of 80 and exciting plans to expand further, they are now seeking an experienced Senior Accountant / Pod Leader to take full ownership of a client portfolio and lead a growing team.

This is a standout opportunity for an ACA / ACCA qualified accountant with around 5 years' post-qualification experience, looking to move into a true leadership role - with a clear path to Senior Pod Leader, Compliance Director, and even equity in the business.

Recognised nationally - including Xero's Mid-Size Firm of the Year (2020 & 2024) and Independent Firm of the Year at the British Accountancy Awards - this firm offers a forward-thinking, people-first culture with long-term progression.

What You'll Be Doing?

  • Manage a portfolio of 50-60 clients (turnovers up to £10m; approx. £150k revenue)
  • Act as client manager - handling onboarding, billing, scoping work, and regular client meetings
  • Lead a pod of 4 team members (2 qualified, 2 trainees)
  • Oversee year-end accounts, VAT returns, and management accounts for both audit and non-audit clients
  • Carry out file reviews, delegate tasks, and maintain quality control
  • Collaborate with tax advisory and audit teams to ensure a seamless client service
  • Mentor junior staff and assist in their development and appraisals
  • Contribute to wider firm initiatives, especially as the new pods are integrated

Requirements:

  • ACA or ACCA Qualified
  • Minimum 5 years' post-qualification experience in practice
  • Strong team leadership and client management skills
  • Excellent interpersonal, organisational and communication skills
  • Commercial awareness and advisory mindset
  • Confident using cloud-based software (e.g. Xero, IRIS)
  • Hold a valid UK driving licence

Why Join?

This is the perfect next step for someone just below Partner level who is seeking real growth and progression. You'll join a firm that values autonomy and actively promotes from within. With a recent Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) structure in place, the team now owns 49% of the business, offering genuine long-term equity opportunities for those with leadership aspirations.

You'll enjoy hybrid working (3 days office / 2 from home), full flexibility around hours (core hours 9-4pm), and a 37.5-hour week. The environment is collaborative, with a strong sense of community and plenty of social events - from team bowling nights and football matches to lunchtime walks in the beautiful office grounds.

The Perks:

  • Highly competitive salary + company pension
  • Hybrid working (post-probation)
  • Private medical insurance
  • Death in service benefit
  • On-site free parking
  • Regular PDRs and clear career development to senior leadership
  • Opportunities for long-term equity through the EOT scheme
  • Supportive, people-focused culture in a growing and ambitious firm

If you're an experienced accountant ready to lead, influence, and grow your career in a firm where your future matters - this is the opportunity!

📩 Apply now or contact Victoria Newing on 07384237958 / send your CV to v . newing @ butlerrose . com

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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£45,000.00 - 65,000.00
Per annum
GBP45000 - GBP65000 per annum + Hybrid, Flexi time, PMI, DIS, much more!

Milton Keynes

Permanent

Added 22/07/2025
Reference: 245121373_1753181298

Senior Accountant / Pod Leader - Award Winning Practice

Milton Keynes
Permanent

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