Senior Accountant - Part Time

Part-Time Senior AccountantLocation: SheffieldSalary: £40,000 (pro rata)Job Type: Part-time (3 days per week, 7.5 hours per day)About the RoleAn established accountancy practice in Sheffield is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join its team on a part-time basis. This is a hands-on position, ideal for someone who can hit the ground running and is a confident, capable professional ready to take ownership from day one. The successful candidate will be comfortable managing their own client portfolio and delivering high-quality accounting and tax services with minimal supervision.
Key ResponsibilitiesPreparation and review of year-end accounts for a portfolio of clientsManaging a portfolio of SME clients across a range of industriesPreparation of tax computations and tax returnsPreparation and submission of corporation tax returnsReviewing bookkeeping, VAT returns, and management accountsSupporting and reviewing the work of junior team membersActing as a main point of contact for clients, offering advice and guidanceOccasional client visits as requiredEnsuring compliance with accounting standards and deadlinesRequirementsACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent)Minimum of 3-5 years working within an accountancy practiceStrong technical knowledge of accounts and taxExperience managing a client portfolioStrong experience preparing tax computations and tax returnsExperience using Sage, Xero, and QuickBooksA confident individual who can hit the ground running with minimal supervisionStrong communication and client-facing skillsHigh level of attention to detail and organisationAbility to work independently and as part of a team
DesirableBroader tax experience (e.g. personal tax, corporation tax planning)Experience supervising or mentoring junior staffWorking Hours3 days per week7.5 hours per dayWhats on OfferCompetitive salary (pro rata), with clear performance expectationsBonus scheme: 20% of first-year fees and 10% of second-year fees for any new clients introduced and successfully signedCompany pension schemeOn-site parking available (shared spaces, allocated depending on working pattern)Flexible working arrangements, including opportunities for remote working where appropriateSalary review every two yearsSupportive, close-knit team environmentQuarterly team lunches

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