Senior Accountant

Please note this position can not consider overseas applications. No visa sponsorship available.

Are you a qualified accountant seeking a fresh opportunity and an environment where you can really make a difference?

About Us

We are a dynamic and expanding firm of Chartered Accountants, with offices in Lancashire and Cumbria, and we’re currently looking to recruit a Senior Accountant to join our Corporate Services team in Kendal.

Our firm provides a comprehensive range of services, including accounting, tax, and advisory support, tailored to entrepreneurial businesses. From small enterprises to multi-million-pound companies, we deliver exceptional service and proactive, strategic advice.

We aim to inspire positive change through collaboration and professionalism, positioning ourselves as the accountant of choice for ambitious entrepreneurs in the region.

The successful candidate for this role would need to be AAT qualified. A minimum of 4 years' experience working within an accountancy practice environment is required. They will need to be proficient with technology and be pro-active in the way they implement it within their day-to-day role.

The role

As Senior Accountant you will act as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of clients, ensuring their accounting, tax, and advisory needs are met with excellence. You will build strong client relationships, oversee the preparation of financial reports, and provide strategic advice to support their business success. This is a dynamic role for someone with a passion for client service and a solid understanding of accounting practices.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with a portfolio of clients.
• Serve as the primary point of contact, addressing client queries and providing timely advice.
• Identify opportunities to add value to clients through additional services.
• Preparation and review of statutory accounts, management accounts, and tax returns.
• Ensure all client deadlines are met, including compliance with tax and regulatory obligations.
• Provide insightful financial analysis and recommendations to clients.
• Mentor junior team members, ensuring high-quality deliverables and supporting their professional development.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Support the training and development of apprentices and junior staff.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to expand the client base.
• Represent Brown & Co Accountants at networking events and industry functions.
• Assist in the preparation of proposals and pitches for prospective clients.

You’ll be able to make a real difference and help drive our business forward.

Full time - 37.5hrs

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Flexitime
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme

Application question(s):

• Do you have 4 years experience working within an accountancy practice environment.?
• Are you AAT qualified?

Work Location: In person