Accounts Senior - Accountancy Practice - Coventry - Up to £48,000 (depending on experience)
Location: Coventry, West Midlands
Salary: £35,000 - £48,000, depending on experience
Hours: Full-time - 37.5 hours per week
Working Pattern: Office-based with occasional local travel
The Opportunity
A well-established independent accountancy practice in Coventry is looking to recruit an Accounts Senior to join its growing team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a part-qualified or qualified ACA / ACCA accountant (or an experienced QBE) to take on a varied role supporting a diverse portfolio of SME clients, owner-managed businesses, and not-for-profit organisations.
Working closely with managers and partners, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality accounts preparation, bookkeeping, VAT, and advisory support, while also helping to mentor junior members of the team.
The firm prides itself on providing a supportive and collaborative working environment, with strong emphasis on professional development and long-term career progression within the practice.
The Role
As an Accounts Senior, you will be responsible for supporting the delivery of accounting services across a varied client portfolio within a busy accountancy practice environment.
Your responsibilities will include:
Preparing statutory accounts for SME clients in line with FRS102 (1A) and FRS105
Assisting with group accounts preparation and basic corporation tax computations
Preparing and reviewing bookkeeping and VAT returns
Working with cloud accounting software such as Xero and Sage
Supporting the delivery of work across a varied client base including owner-managed businesses and charities
Liaising directly with clients to resolve queries and obtain financial information
Ensuring work is delivered to deadline and within agreed budgets
Assisting managers and partners with ad hoc client assignments
Providing on-the-job guidance and mentoring to trainees and junior team members
Supporting the wider team to maintain high technical and professional standards
About You
The firm is looking for a motivated individual who enjoys working closely with clients and delivering high-quality work within a professional accountancy practice environment.
You will ideally have:
ACCA / ACA part-qualified, qualified, or qualified by experience
Previous experience working within a UK accountancy practice
Strong experience preparing statutory accounts for SME clients
Knowledge of FRS102 and FRS105
Experience with cloud accounting systems such as Xero or Sage
A good understanding of VAT, bookkeeping, and general accounting compliance
Strong communication skills and the confidence to work directly with clients
The ability to manage workloads and meet multiple deadlines
Experience with grant audits or independent examinations would be beneficial but is not essential.
A full UK driving licence is preferred as occasional local travel may be required.
The Firm
This established Coventry-based accountancy practice supports a wide range of SMEs, business owners, charities, and growing organisations across the region.
The firm provides a full range of accounts, audit, tax, and advisory services, with a strong focus on building long-term relationships with clients and delivering proactive advice.
You will be joining a friendly and collaborative team environment where development, knowledge sharing, and career progression are actively encouraged.
Benefits
Salary of £35,000 - £48,000 depending on experience
Structured training and professional development opportunities
Exposure to a diverse client portfolio across multiple sectors
Supportive and collaborative team environment
22 days holiday plus bank holidays
Company pension scheme
Life assurance after qualifying period
Ongoing internal training and mentoring
Who This Role Would Suit
This position would suit:
An Accounts Senior looking to join a well-established independent accountancy practice
A part-qualified or newly qualified ACA / ACCA accountant
An experienced practice accountant seeking more client responsibility
Someone who enjoys working with SME and owner-managed business clients
Apply
If you are looking for a varied Accounts Senior role within a growing Coventry accountancy practice, we would be pleased to hear from you.
For more information, please contact the below:
Louise Kerrigan
Senior Talent Partner
T: 07955 267022
E: louise@supreme-ss.com