Senior Accountant

If you're currently working in practice and looking for a role where you can broaden your experience, take on more responsibility and work more closely with clients, this could be worth a look. We're working with a well-established and growing accountancy practice in Liverpool who are looking to add an Accountant to their team. They have a strong reputation locally and offer a supportive environment where people are encouraged to develop rather than getting stuck doing the same work year after year. The role will give you exposure to a varied portfolio of SME and owner-managed clients, covering accounts, tax, VAT and bookkeeping. You'll have plenty of client contact and the opportunity to build relationships and become a trusted point of contact. What you'll be doing * Preparing year-end accounts for limited companies, sole traders and partnerships. * Preparing VAT returns, management accounts and tax returns. * Looking after a portfolio of SME and owner-managed clients. * Dealing directly with clients and handling day-to-day queries. * Assisting clients with bookkeeping and cloud accounting software. * Working closely with the wider team and supporting clients with their accounting needs. What we're looking for * Previous experience within a UK accountancy practice. * Experience preparing accounts for a range of SME clients. * Good knowledge of VAT, bookkeeping and general practice work. * AAT qualified, ACCA/ACA part-qualified or qualified, or qualified through experience. * Someone personable and confident with clients who wants to continue developing their career