Accounts Senior

REED Accountancy Practice are working in partnership with a unique Accountancy Practice based near Poole recruiting a Qualified Accounts Senior / Accounts Manager.

This is a rare opportunity to join a well-established firm with a truly diverse client base-ranging from farmers and engineers to retailers, LLPs, and vibrant member-run organisations. Every day offers something different, and you'll have the autonomy to make a real impact, working within a close knit team of seven.

What You'll Be Doing

• Managing the accounts production process and ensuring a smooth workflow across the team
• Leading, mentoring, and supporting two full-time team members, plus collaborating closely with the actively involved semi-retired director
• Reviewing accounts for sole traders, partnerships, LLPs, and limited companies across a wide range of industries
• Acting as a trusted advisor to clients-answering queries, providing guidance, and building long-term relationships
• Ensuring deadlines are met and contributing to the overall efficiency and quality of the practice
• Working closely with the tax and payroll team (two team members, including one director) in a highly collaborative environment
• Using TaxCalc, and supporting the upcoming transition to BrightPay for payroll

Our client are not statutory auditors, meaning that your role remains focused on high-value client support and accounts management rather than audit responsibilities.

The Benefits:

• 35-hour working week
• 5 weeks of paid holiday plus all statutory bank holidays
• Hybrid-style flexibility, with at least 4 days per week in the office
• Flexibility within the working day
• A friendly, down-to-earth team who value collaboration and shared success
• Future opportunity to join the practice as a shareholder, with the potential for full ownership over the long term - a unique career pathway rarely offered in roles at this level
• A competitive salary, between £40,000 - £50,000, depending on experience and qualifications

You'll thrive in this role if you are:

• Experienced in accounts preparation within a practice environment
• Confident in managing workflows and guiding a small team
• A strong communicator who enjoys client interaction
• Comfortable working across a variety of business types and industries
• Motivated by long-term opportunities and contributing to the growth of a business