Senior Accountant / Accounts Assistant Manager

Reference: 25488_1770738416

Senior Accountant / Accounts Assistant Manager
Colchester
£40,000 - £50,000

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice accountant to join a busy, friendly team where staff wellbeing is genuinely valued. The role offers variety, responsibility and the chance to further develop your technical knowledge within a supportive environment.

Role Responsibilities

  • Preparing statutory accounts through to final review stage.
  • Producing annual accounts for sole traders, partnerships and landlords.
  • Drafting personal and corporate tax returns.
  • Preparing and submitting VAT returns to HMRC.
  • Reviewing work completed by junior team members and supporting their development.
  • Acting as a key point of contact for clients, responding to queries and maintaining strong relationships.
  • Liaising with HMRC on behalf of clients.
  • Assisting with ad-hoc duties as required.

Personal Requirements

  • Minimum of four years' experience within an accountancy practice.
  • AAT qualified, ACCA/CIMA part-qualified, or qualified by experience.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience using accountancy software such as Sage, Xero or QuickBooks.
  • Ability to manage workload effectively under pressure.
  • Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
  • Proactive approach with strong attention to detail.

Benefits

  • Study support available.
  • 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • Your birthday off.
  • Monthly team takeaway.
  • Casual dress code and welcoming working environment.
  • Pension contributions.
  • Performance-related bonuses.
  • Hybrid working available after six months' service.

If you're looking for a new challenge within a supportive and well-established practice, apply now.

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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.

£40,000.00 - £50,000.00
Per annum
GBP40000.00 - GBP50000.00 per annum

Colchester

Permanent

Added 10/02/2026
Reference: 25488_1770738416

Senior Accountant / Accounts Assistant Manager

Colchester
Permanent

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