Senior Accountant

JW Hinks; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm is looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join their team in Birmingham. The role involves preparing financial statements, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate will have significant accounting experience, strong analytical skills, and excellent interpersonal abilities. Opportunities for career progression and various perks are provided.

Benefits

Company pension

Company health cash plan

Employee discounts and perks

Funded courses

Regular social events

Dedicated wellbeing team

Fee on-site car parking

Competitive salary and holiday

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in accounting.
• Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
• Proficient in accounting software and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review annual accounts for various entities.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Act as a point of contact for client queries.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Salary: Depending on experience Location: Edgbaston Birmingham / Flexible working

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Accountant to join our Accounting Services team. In this role, you will work closely with a diverse portfolio of clients, taking responsibility for the preparation of financial statements, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards, delivering tailored advisory support, and guiding junior team members in their development.

The ideal candidate should have a solid understanding of accounting principles, exceptional analytical skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment. A knowledge of the medical industry practices and regulations would be desirable.

The Role:

• Prepare and review annual accounts for limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and company policies.
• Review work prepared by junior team members, offering coaching and guidance.
• Collaborate with other departmental teams to support accurate financial recording and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with statutory deadlines and reporting requirements.
• Act as a point of contact for client queries, providing clear and professional advice.
• Assist with planning and implementation of process improvements and digital tools.
• Liaise with HMRC, Companies House, and other external agencies.
• Contribute to internal training and support CPD initiatives across the team.
• Support Partners and Managers with project work, planning, and client meetings.

To be considered, you will need:

• Minimum 5 year experience in accounting.
• Proven experience as a Senior Accountant or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
• Proficient in accounting software and MS Office, with advanced Excel skills.
• Exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. It is essential that you are confident in dealing with colleagues, third parties and can work with total discretion.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. • Excellent customer service and the ability to build rapport and manage client relationships.

• Clear opportunity for career progression

• Fee on-site car parking• Company pension
• Company health cash plan
• Employee discounts and perks
• Funded courses
• Regular social events
• Dedicated wellbeing team
• Competitive salary and holiday

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