Senior Accountant Are you an experienced accounting professional looking to advance your career in a client-focused practice?
This Senior Accountant job in Newcastle upon Tyne offers the opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of clients, mentor junior team members, and play a key role in delivering high-quality accounting services.
If you’re proactive, detail-oriented, and eager to take on additional responsibilities, this could be the perfect next step for you.
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Role Responsibilities As a Senior Accountant, you’ll take ownership of preparing accounts for a range of client types and sectors, ensuring accuracy and delivering exceptional service. Key responsibilities include:
*Preparing accounts from various client systems, including Sage, Xero, and QuickBooks
*Preparing corporation tax computations and management accounts
*Handling queries raised by accounts and tax managers, ensuring resolution and accuracy
*Finalising accounts following client meetings
*Acting as a point of contact for clients, addressing ad hoc queries
*Preparing VAT returns and supporting clients with compliance
*Supervising, training, and mentoring junior team members
About the Firm This Newcastle-based accountancy practice is renowned for delivering exceptional accounting services to a diverse range of clients across sectors such as engineering, leisure, hospitality, solicitors, and charities. Based in the heart of Gosforth, the office provides a collaborative and professional environment, fostering growth and excellence.
Joining this firm means being part of a supportive team dedicated to professional development and outstanding client service.
Why Newcastle upon Tyne? Newcastle upon Tyne is a vibrant city offering a rich cultural heritage, excellent transport links, and a thriving business community. With its welcoming atmosphere and high quality of life, Newcastle is an ideal location for professionals looking to balance career progression with a great lifestyle.
Candidate Requirements *ACA, ACCA, or AAT qualification, or be a finalist, or be qualified by experience
*A minimum of 4 years’ experience working in an accountancy practice (preferred)
*Strong technical knowledge and familiarity with current legislation
*Experience preparing year-end accounts for owner-managed businesses, including sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
*Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
*Proven ability to supervise, train, and mentor junior staff
*Strong organisational and administrative skills with a high attention to detail
*Proficiency in accounting software such as Sage, Xero, and QuickBooks (preferred)
*A proactive and driven approach to meeting deadlines and budgets
What’s On Offer *£38,000 to £48,000 per annum
*Full time, permanent role
*Flexible working
*Company pension
*Generous annual leave
*Regular social events
*Professional development opportunities
*Supportive working environment
*Inclusive company values
*Regular team events
*Plus more
Ready to accelerate your practice career? If you’re an experienced accountant looking for your next challenge, we want to hear from you.
Apply today for this Senior Accountant job in Newcastle upon Tyne or contact us for more details about this exciting opportunity.
About Public Practice Recruitment Ltd Public Practice Recruitment Ltd recruits high-calibre accounting professionals at all levels for tax, accounts, and auditor jobs on both a permanent and temporary basis for accountancy firms.
Specialising solely in accountancy recruitment,Public Practice Recruitment Ltd regularly has new accountancy jobs in and has a superb track record of meeting and exceeding expectations for accountants looking for their next accounting role.