Accounts Semi- Senior

Xeinadin Group Limited; Brierley Hill; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent accountancy firm in Brierley Hill is looking for an Accounts Semi-Senior to support Directors and deliver high-quality services to SME clients. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience, currently studying towards ACCA, and strong communication skills. The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits, including a pension scheme and extensive leave policies.

Benefits

Company Pension Scheme

25 days of annual leave + bank holidays

Additional annual leave from certain levels of seniority

Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave

Business closure over Christmas

Life Assurance x4 annual salary

Enhanced family leave policies

Enhanced Company Sick Pay

Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support

Corporate Discounts Platform

Flexible Benefits platform with insurance options

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in an accountancy practice.
• Currently studying towards ACCA (or equivalent).
• Able to independently prepare accounts and tax returns to a review-ready standard.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with experience liaising directly with clients.
• Proficient using Microsoft Excel and cloud-based accounting software such as Xero.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of accounts, tax computations, and VAT returns for a variety of clients.
• Prepare statutory accounts for limited companies to draft stage for review.
• Prepare corporation tax and personal tax returns to a review-ready standard.
• Maintain accurate records and complete work to a high standard within agreed timeframes.
• Liaise with clients to obtain required financial information and documentation.
• Handle company secretarial duties, including filings and statutory records.
• Act as a professional and reliable point of contact for clients, responding to queries.
• Support Directors and senior team members with ad hoc accounting and compliance tasks.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Stay up to date with technical knowledge through CPD and training.

Job description

Company Description Xeinadin was established in 2019 when a number of leading business advisory and accountancy practices across the UK and Ireland came together to re-imagine the future of accountancy. Our collective mission to provide locally forged, trusted business advice to SMEs through forward-thinking, close-knit relationships remains pivotal to our growth. It's our people who drive our business forward, and we offer them future-focused career opportunities whilst supporting individual specialisms. Our regional offices of over 3000 colleagues operate collaboratively, combining collective expertise to maximise potential.

Description

We’re looking for a motivated Accounts Semi‑Senior to join our Brierley Hill office. In this role, you’ll support our Directors and Portfolio Managers by delivering high‑quality services to a range of SME clients. It’s a fantastic opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and growing firm where your contribution really matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of accounts, tax computations, and VAT returns for a variety of clients.
• Prepare statutory accounts for limited companies to draft stage for review.
• Prepare corporation tax and personal tax returns to a review‑ready standard.
• Maintain accurate records and complete work to a high standard within agreed timeframes.
• Liaise with clients to obtain required financial information and documentation.
• Handle company secretarial duties, including filings and statutory records.
• Act as a professional and reliable point of contact for clients, responding to queries with a positive, service‑driven approach.
• Support Directors and senior team members with ad hoc accounting and compliance tasks.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment, supporting continuous improvement and client service excellence.
• Stay up to date with technical knowledge through CPD and training opportunities.

Key Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working in an accountancy practice.
• Currently studying towards ACCA (or equivalent).
• Able to independently prepare accounts and tax returns to a review‑ready standard.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with experience liaising directly with clients.
• Proficient using Microsoft Excel and cloud‑based accounting software such as Xero.

Additional Requirements

• Highly organised with good attention to detail and strong time management skills.
• Proactive and dependable, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Happy to work office‑based.

Salary Competitive

Benefits

• Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
• Additional annual leave days from certain levels of seniority
• Ability to buy up to 5 days of annual leave to reach a maximum of 30 days per annum
• Business closure over Christmas*
• Life Assurance x4 annual salary
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support, free and confidential
• Corporate Discounts Platform
• Flexible Benefits platform with ability to opt‑in to various insurances (level of seniority dependent & self‑funded at corporate rates) such as:
  • PMI single or family
  • Critical Illness Cover
  • Cash plan
  • Cycle to work
  • Eye care
  • Dental

*subject to exceptions and business needs