Practice Accountant

Overview

Senior Practice Accountant role in a well‑established accountancy practice. You will manage a diverse client portfolio, oversee tax compliance, and provide expert advisory support. The position is full‑time, office‑based in London, offering a competitive salary and benefits. You will work closely with clients and HMRC, driving accurate accounts production and tax planning. This is an opportunity to shape tax and accounting services for a growing practice with a client‑facing, impact‑driven role.

Pay / Benefits

• salary 40,000–65,000
• benefits
• full-time
• office-based London

Responsibilities

• Prepare year‑end accounts, VAT, PAYE and tax returns
• Liaise with clients to gather information and offer proactive advice
• Review and finalise accounts and tax documents for HMRC submission
• Advise on tax liabilities, deadlines and payment planning
• Maintain chargeable time records and meet targets
• Manage bookkeeping, ledgers and management accounts as required
• Assist clients with accounting software and bookkeeping queries
• Support tax planning and complex tax matters

Key requirements

• Senior Practice accountant or similar role background
• At least 10 years of experience in practice
• Strong tax knowledge and account preparation expertise
• Proficiency in accounting systems, ideally Sage or similar
• Experience managing accounts and maintaining client relationships
• Ability to handle budgets and produce management/financial reports

• Strong client relationship management
• Proactive advisory mindset
• Attention to detail
• Sage or similar accounting systems
• Bookkeeping and ledger management
• Management accounting and reporting

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