Senior Accountant
Employer Location Welwyn Garden City, England, Hertfordshire Salary £Competitive Closing date 9 May 2025 View more categoriesView less categories Sector Salary band, Contract type Hours Where will they be working You need to or to save a job.
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We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant who is looking for career growth - ongoing professional development and opportunities to progress. Modern tools and technology - work with industry-leading software like Xero, Digita and Karbon to streamline processes. Work-Life balance - they support flexible working arrangements where possible. A supportive team - join a knowledgeable and friendly team that works together to achieve the best results for their clients. Diverse client exposure - they work across multiple industries, with a broad range of businesses. Competitive package - they offer a competitive salary, performance-based rewards, and benefits tailored to support your career. This firm is committed to maintaining a professional yet friendly environment where accountants can thrive, take ownership of their work and make a real impact.Responsibilities: Prepare statutory accounts, corporation tax returns and personal tax returns for a diverse portfolio of clients, with the majority being limited company small businesses. Industries include construction, manufacturing, recruitment, ecommerce and many more. Utilise Digita for accounts and tax preparation, and Karbon for practice management and workflow. The majority of their clients use Xero and Dext for bookkeeping, with a handful using other software such as Sage and Quickbooks. Provide financial planning, budgeting / forecasting and business advisory services for clients. Ensure compliance with accounting regulations and tax laws. Reviewing VAT returns prepared by juniors/bookkeeping staff. You will be ACA, ACCA, or equivalent qualification (or significant proven experience in a senior accounting role). Extensive experience in practice. Strong knowledge of tax regulations, financial reporting standards, and compliance. Benefits include flexible working and Free on-site car parking.
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Company
At Hays we invest in lifelong partnerships that empower people and businesses to succeed. With over 50 years’ success under our belts and a workforce of 10,000+ people across 32 countries, we’ve evolved to put our customers at the heart of everything we do.
From CFO to Newly Qualified, we work with talented finance professionals and match them with organisations where they can achieve a lasting impact.
So much more than specialist recruiters in accounting and finance, what really sets us apart is our knowledge through scale, deep understanding and our ability to meaningfully innovate for our customers. All our consultants have strong relationships across the industry and the support of our extensive global network. That’s why organisations of all types and sizes – from international blue chips to SMEs – trust us to find the people who can help transform their business.
So, whether you want something local or international, permanent, or interim, we have the breadth of coverage and the depth of understanding to help you find it.
We have specialist recruitment teams in the following areas:
1. Corporate Governance
2. Credit Control
3. Part-Qualified Accountant
4. Payroll
5. Public Practice Accounting
6. Public Services Accounting
7. Senior Finance – Qualified
8. Support, Ledgers & Bookkeeping
9. Tax & Treasury
You can rely on us to deliver today and help you plan for tomorrow
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