Senior Client Accountant - Partner opportunity 65k
| Job Type | Permanent full-time |
| Location | Chessington |
| Area | Greater London, UK |
| Sector | Accounting and Finance |
| Salary | £50000 - £65000 per annum |
| Start Date | Asap |
| Job Ref | Ak 02593_1750433969 |
| Job Views | 11 |
- Description
- Senior Accountant - Partner opportunity
Sutton/Chessington
Our client, an ambitious and rapidly growing Accountancy Practice is looking to recruit a Client Accountant with a opportunity to quickly reach Partner Level.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a client-facing environment, enjoys leading teams, seeking career development and is passionate about helping businesses grow
Key requirements:
Practice Experience Minimum 3-5 years in a UK accountancy practice environment
Team Leadership - Proven experience supervising or mentoring junior staff
Portfolio Management - Demonstrated ability to manage a client portfolio of £350k+ in annual fees.
Business Development & Qualified Experience - Fully qualified with a recognised professional body (ICAEW, ACCA, or CIMA) and a track record of contributing to firm growth.
Requirements:
· Fully qualified with ICAEW, ACCA, or CIMA (or equivalent).
· Significant post-qualification experience in a UK accountancy practice.
· Experience managing a portfolio of at least £350k in annual fees.
· Strong technical knowledge of UK accounting and tax regulations.
· Proficiency in CCH software; experience with Xero, QuickBooks, and IRIS is also desirable.
· Excellent leadership, communication, and client relationship skills.
Key Responsibilities:
· Manage a portfolio of clients, ensuring timely delivery of services and maintaining strong relationships.
· Prepare and review statutory accounts, management accounts, VAT returns, and corporation tax computations. Review statutory accounts, CT600s, VAT returns, and SATRs
· Lead and mentor junior team members, reviewing work and supporting professional development.
· Attend meetings with prospective clients and support the onboarding process for new engagements.
· Identify and pursue business development opportunities within the client base and through networking.
· Report on client portfolio performance and team activity to the senior leadership team.
· Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
· Liaise with HMRC and other external bodies on behalf of clients.
