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Audit and Accounts Senior - Top 40 Practice
Peterborough (Hybrid)
£40,000 - £48,000

A Top 40 practice is seeking an experienced Audit & Accounts Senior to join its Peterborough team. You will manage a varied portfolio of external clients, prepare accounts and tax work, support audit assignments and review junior colleagues' work, while working closely with managers, partners and clients. The role offers a supportive environment with opportunities to develop your technical and client-facing skills.

Role Responsibilities

Prepare financial statements for sole traders, partnerships, charities and limited companies.Prepare independent examinations for charity clients for Partner sign-off.Assist managers with client audit assignments.Prepare cash flow statements and supporting schedules.Liaise directly with clients to resolve queries and obtain information.Complete assignments accurately, within budget and to agreed deadlines.Prepare draft tax computations and schedules for tax returns.Prepare year-end accounts in accordance with relevant accounting standards.Review work completed by junior members of the team.Support the development and training of junior staff.Complete VAT returns.

Personal Requirements

Current or recent experience working within a UK accountancy practice is essential.ACA, ACCA or ACACTA qualified, or actively working towards a relevant qualification.Proven experience preparing accounts for a varied portfolio of external clients.Experience across accounts and audit within a practice environment.Strong knowledge of accounting standards and UK practice procedures.Good IT skills and familiarity with accounts and/or audit software.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.Able to manage your own workload and work effectively to deadlines and budgets.Confident communicating with clients and resolving queries.Comfortable reviewing work and supporting junior colleagues.Willingness to travel to clients and other offices when required.Highly organised, proactive and committed to delivering high-quality work.Full, unrestricted right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.

Benefits

25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.Workplace pension.Employee benefits scheme offering discounts from hundreds of retailers.Life assurance.Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).Full support towards professional qualifications, including tuition, study materials and exam fees.Paid study leave and exam support.

If you are an experienced practice professional looking for your next opportunity within a growing accountancy firm, apply today.

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Practice Accountant
Peterborough
£32,000 - £42,000

An established accountancy practice in Peterborough is seeking an Accountant to join its growing team, supporting business owners with accounts, management accounts and advisory work while helping to develop systems, processes and digital services. This is a hands-on role for a qualified or part-qualified practice accountant who enjoys combining technical accounting with client-facing advisory work, technology and continuous improvement.

Role Responsibilities

Preparing accounts and management accounts for a varied portfolio of practice clients.Presenting financial information and insights to business owners in clear, straightforward language.Supporting clients with budgets, cash flow, financial planning and wider business decisions.Helping clients implement cloud accounting systems.Supporting workflow automation and identifying opportunities to improve client processes.Driving improvements to internal processes, information capture and the overall client experience.Supporting the appropriate use of AI and emerging technology across the practice.Mentoring trainee accounting technicians and bookkeeping support staff.Supporting the directors with workflow management during periods of annual leave or absence.Contributing ideas to the development of advisory services.Supporting the development of new advisory concepts and services.Representing the practice at exhibitions, events and similar business activities.

Personal Requirements

Current or recent experience working within a UK accountancy practice is essential.Full, unrestricted right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.Qualified or part-qualified accountant with strong management accounts experience.Confident communicating directly with business owners and explaining financial information clearly.A positive, adaptable approach and willingness to learn new systems and technologies.Strong interest in cloud accounting, automation and the practical application of AI.Tech-friendly approach, ideally with experience using Xero or similar accounting platforms.Strong problem solving skills with the initiative to identify and implement improvements.Calm, thoughtful and professional approach when dealing with clients and colleagues.Ability to support and mentor junior members of the team.Commercial awareness and an interest in helping owner-managed businesses make better financial decisions.

Benefits

Workplace pension.Paid professional body membership.Generous holiday package, including additional long-service leave.Flexible working patterns and support for work-life balance and family commitments.Hybrid working with an office-first approach.Flexible start and finish times.Support for school runs.Option for a nine-day fortnight.Structured training and upskilling in systems, automation, AI and advisory.Tailored training programme based on experience.Clear development pathway aligned with the practice's growth plans.Quarterly social events.

If you are an experienced practice accountant looking for a role offering greater client contact, influence and exposure to digital finance, systems and advisory work, apply today.

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