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Senior Accountant

Job details
Posting date: 11 June 2026
Salary: £36,000 to £40,000 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 11 July 2026
Location: Birkenhead, Merseyside
Remote working: On-site only
Company: ZETEC RECRUITMENT LIMITED
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: Z1106266

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Summary

Senior Accountant

Job Type: Permanent, full-time
Salary: £36000 to £40000 dependent on experience

The Role

ZETEC Recruitment are working with an established accountancy firm to recruit an experienced Senior Accountant.

The successful candidate will support a varied portfolio of small and medium-sized businesses, providing a broad range of accounting and taxation services.

This position would suit someone who is comfortable managing their own workload, dealing directly with clients and supporting less experienced members of the team.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare year-end accounts for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders
Complete corporation tax computations and returns
Prepare and submit personal tax returns
Produce VAT returns and management accounts
Support clients with bookkeeping and general accounting requirements
Respond to client queries and provide clear, practical guidance
Liaise with HMRC and other relevant organisations when required
Manage a portfolio of work and ensure deadlines are met
Assist senior colleagues with wider client assignments
Review work completed by junior team members
Support the training and development of less experienced staff
Build and maintain good working relationships with clients

About You

At least three years’ experience working within an accountancy firm is essential
AAT, ACA or ACCA qualified, part-qualified, or qualified through relevant experience
Good knowledge of accounts preparation, corporation tax, personal tax, VAT and bookkeeping
Confident managing work with limited supervision
Experience dealing directly with clients and working to multiple deadlines
Previous experience reviewing work and supporting junior colleagues
Well organised with good communication skills and attention to detail
Experience managing a portfolio of clients would be beneficial
Familiarity with accounting packages such as Sage, Xero, QuickBooks etc
Comfortable learning and using additional accounts and tax software

Development

The business offers opportunities for continued professional development and increased responsibility.

This position may suit someone looking to move into a more senior role with greater involvement in client management and team development.

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This is a great opportunity for an experienced accountant looking to develop their career within an established and supportive accountancy firm.

Contact ZETEC Recruitment today on 01514049880.

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