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Date Added: Thu 08/05/2025

Accounts Senior

Guildford, GU1, UK
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Company: CHRISTOPHER BRIAN RECRUITMENT

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £30000 - £55000/annum

Hybrid Working | Career Development | Great Office Culture | ACA/ACCA Support

We're working with a respected, long-established medium-sized accountancy firm in Guildford, now part of a wider top-50 group, to recruit a key addition to their growing team.

This firm blends a welcoming culture and strong client base with international exposure, offering a rare mix of variety, career development, and flexibility.

The Role:

As an Accounts Semi Senior or Senior, you'll work closely with clients across a range of industries, supporting both statutory and management accounting needs. You'll take on more complex work and play a key role in guiding junior team members.

Some of your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

* Preparing year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships, limited companies, charities, and groups

* Producing monthly or quarterly management accounts (including prepayments, accruals, depreciation, etc.)

* Assisting with bespoke advisory projects

* Preparing VAT returns and supporting client bookkeeping when needed

* Working at client premises where required, liaising directly with stakeholders

* Assisting with audit prep and supporting the audit team

* Reviewing junior work and helping to train less experienced colleagues

* Getting involved in internal initiatives, development, and shaping the firm's processes

What We're Looking For:

* ACA/ACCA qualified or part qualified

* At least 2 years' experience within an accountancy practice

* Experience with statutory accounts and management accounts

* Familiarity with CCH Accounts Production and Xero (bonus, not essential)

* Able to manage priorities, review work, and communicate clearly with clients and colleagues

* Full driving licence ideal due to occasional travel to client sites

What You'll Get:

* Hybrid working and flexible hours

* Beautiful, modern office

* ACA/ACCA study support (if required)

* Strong support for personal growth and future career progression

* Opportunity to work on UK and international clients, including travel if desired

* Great team culture with regular social events and employee-led groups (like ESG and mental health support)

* A forward-thinking approach, including investment in tech and AI

* 35-hour week, pension scheme, counselling support access

* Be part of a firm that genuinely cares about its people and is investing in its future

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to join a collaborative and growing team in a firm that rewards initiative and supports career ambitions.

Apply now or get in touch for more info — we'd love to hear from you
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