We are looking for an Audit &Accounts Senior to join Haines Watts Derby. What we offer: Competitive salary Study support packages Employee introduction and client referral bonuses Flexible benefits including bike to work, gym membership, private medical insurance, dental insurance, restaurant cards and discounts Personal development programmes to support career growth and access to a range of CPD courses. Access to services such as 24/7 mental health helpline and legal/financial help Employer pension contribution, income protection and life assurance So if you are an experienced, authentic, passionate Accountant, we want to hear from you Some people think being an accountant is all about numbers. Here at Haines Watts we dont So, we have a question for you:are you looking for a job thats just about the numbers? Or do you want a career which leans into who you are as a person? Whats the Role: Produce accounts working files and draft accounts Clear arising queries with clients and produce a list of discussion points for the senior managers or partner Work within a budget agreed at the planning stage Produce draft tax computations and (for companies) a provision for inclusion in the accounts Inclusion of statutory disclosures in line with the company checklist Plan and control professional work for the firm's clients within the firm's standard procedures and identify basic planning opportunities Whats the Role: Produce accounts working files and draft accounts Clear arising queries with clients and produce a list of discussion points for the senior managers or partner Work within a budget agreed at the planning stage Produce draft tax computations and (for companies) a provision for inclusion in the accounts Inclusion of statutory disclosures in line with the company checklist Plan and control professional work for the firm's clients within the firm's standard procedures and identify basic planning opportunities Carryout internal control, system and walkthrough tests Attend stock takes Carryout audit tests in relation to other statutory or non-statutory audits Support and mentor junior employees What you Need: Previous experience as an Accounts Senior within an accounting practice firm Knowledge of Iris and Xero High level skills in Microsoft Excel and Word Experience of using cloud based accountancy software Qualifications: ACA or ACCA qualified, or currently studying towards one of these qualifications The Haines Watts Way Our collective aspirations are simple: We strive to build and develop valued relationships as a trusted business advisor to our clients and connections We strive to show passion for our work in helping clients achieve their goals and using our initiative to help solve problems But above all, we strive to be authentic and inclusive as part of our DNA We do not pay agency fees where speculative and unsolicited CVs are submitted to Haines Watts by any means. For any CVs which are submitted without instruction from the Haines Watts Recruitment team, Haines Watts reserves the right to contact and work directly with these candidates without payment of any agency fee.