Job Description

Senior Accountant - Fast-Growing Family-Run Accountancy Practice | St Leonards

Location: St Leonards, East Sussex

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you an experienced accountant looking to take the next step in your career? Want to be part of a supportive, close-knit team where your voice is heard and your work truly matters?

We're a fast-growing, family-run accountancy practice based in St Leonards, and we're on the lookout for a Senior Accountant to join us on our exciting journey. With a strong reputation built on trust, personal service, and professional excellence, we pride ourselves on building lasting relationships with our clients - and we're looking for someone who shares that ethos.

About the Role:

As a Senior Accountant, you'll play a key role in supporting our diverse client base - from sole traders and partnerships to growing SMEs - across a wide range of industries.

Your responsibilities will include:

Preparing year-end accounts, management accounts, and tax returns

Overseeing bookkeeping, VAT returns, and payroll where required

Reviewing and mentoring junior team members

Building and maintaining strong client relationships

Ensuring compliance with all relevant accounting standards and regulations

Supporting the partners with business development and practice growth initiatives

What We're Looking For:

Minimum 4 years of experience in an accountancy practice (essential)

AAT qualified (or equivalent/higher such as ACCA/ACA - part or fully qualified)

Strong working knowledge of cloud-based software (Xero, QuickBooks, etc.)

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Proactive, organised, and able to manage your own client portfolio

A team player with a hands-on, can-do attitude

What We Offer:

A supportive, friendly working environment with a family-business feel

Real opportunities for career development as the practice grows

Flexible working options

Ongoing training and professional development

Competitive salary, depending on experience

If you're ready to bring your experience and enthusiasm to a team where your contribution will truly make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Flexitime
Work Location: In person