Job Description
Senior Accountant - Practice £40,000-£55,000 East Bristol
Future Director / Partner Opportunity
Are you an experienced practice accountant looking for a long-term role with genuine progression?
Do you enjoy being an all-rounder, working closely with clients, and taking real ownership of your work?
We're working exclusively with a well-established, friendly independent practice in Bristol that is looking to recruit a Senior Accountant. This is a pivotal hire for the firm and offers a clear pathway to directorship and, ultimately, partnership / succession, as the current Practice Director plans to gradually step back over time.
About the Firm
The practice supports a wide range of clients - including sole traders, landlords, engineering firms, hospitality businesses, charities, and micro-companies - offering services across payroll, VAT, tax returns, year-end accounts, and company compliance.
You'll be joining a small, supportive team consisting of the Practice Director, a full-time AAT-qualified accountant, and a part-time bookkeeper. With over 500 clients and a steady influx of work, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and wants to make a real impact.
The Role
We're looking for someone who can hit the ground running and take responsibility for:
- Preparing year-end accounts, tax returns, VAT returns and compliance work
- Reviewing the work of junior staff
- Managing client queries and providing high-quality advice
- Supporting practice administration when required
- Helping streamline workflows and ensure high levels of accuracy
- Gradually taking over key responsibilities as part of a planned succession pathway
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being hands-on, thrives in a smaller practice environment, and takes real pride in getting the fundamentals right.
What We're Looking For
- Experience in accountancy practice (small firm experience is a strong advantage)
- Strong compliance background and excellent attention to detail
- Confident reviewing junior team members' work
- Comfortable managing a varied client portfolio
- A proactive, dependable, "all-rounder" mindset
- Someone excited by the chance to grow into a senior leadership role over time
If you're qualified (ACA/ACCA) and looking for that next step, we'd love to hear from you.
Salary & Benefits
- £40,000 - £55,000, depending on experience
- Genuine long-term progression to Director/Partner
- Supportive, close-knit team
- Broad, varied workload
- Opportunity to help shape the future of the practice
How to Apply
If you're looking for a long-term role with real progression and the chance to make your mark, please apply online, and we'll be in touch.
