Accounts Senior - Accounting Firm

Reference: 31201_1789143126

Accounts Senior - Accounting Firm
Cambridge
£40,000 - £46,000

A well-established and growing Accountancy Practice is seeking an experienced Accountant to join their team in a varied client-facing role. The firm works with a broad portfolio of SME clients and prides itself on delivering a high standard of compliance work alongside practical, commercial advice. This position would suit someone currently in practice who is comfortable managing a broad portfolio but is now looking to step into a more progressive environment with greater exposure to advisory work and client responsibility.

Role Responsibilities

  • Manage a varied portfolio of SME clients, acting as a key point of contact.
  • Prepare statutory accounts and management accounts to a high standard.
  • Complete Self-Assessment tax returns for individuals, sole traders, and directors.
  • Oversee VAT compliance including MTD submissions and reconciliations.
  • Prepare and review payroll, CIS submissions, P11Ds and related compliance work.
  • Support CGT computations and advisory work where required.
  • Handle company secretarial duties and Companies House filings.
  • Liaise with HMRC on client matters including disclosures and queries.
  • Identify process improvements and contribute to efficiency across client delivery.
  • Support and mentor junior team members within the practice.

Personal Requirements

  • ACCA or ACA qualified (or equivalent).
  • Previous experience within an accountancy practice environment.
  • Strong experience managing a mixed SME client portfolio.
  • Confident across accounts preparation, VAT, tax and payroll compliance.
  • Strong communication skills with a client-facing approach.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • Proven ability to manage workload independently with high attention to detail.

If you are an experienced practice accountant looking for a new opportunity within a progressive and client-focused firm, 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 - GBP50000 per annum
Added 11/09/2026
Reference: 31201_1789143126

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