Details:
- Salary: £47,000 - 57,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Guildford
- Date: 5 days ago
Description:
Accounts & Business Services Senior (Practice)
Guildford, Surrey | £45,000 – £57,500 | Hybrid Working | Career Development
We are delighted to be recruiting for a newly created Accounts & Business Services Senior (Practice) role with a leading independent firm of Chartered Accountants based in Guildford, Surrey.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Senior or Business Services Senior to join a growing Accounts and Business Advisory Services team. The role offers exposure to more complex statutory accounts preparation and the chance to play a key role in shaping a developing service line within the practice.
The Firm
The firm has a strong presence across the South East and works with a broad client base including owner-managed businesses, SMEs and groups.
Known for its supportive and collaborative culture, the firm embraces modern systems, hybrid working and flexible practices. You will be joining a professional environment where career development and progression within Accounts and Business Services are genuinely encouraged.
The Role – Accounts & Business Services Senior (Practice)
As an Accounts & Business Services Senior, you will support the Manager in developing and delivering a new service line focused on statutory accounts preparation for audit clients. The role includes working on more complex assignments, including group accounts and consolidations, and offers excellent long-term progression.
This position would suit someone from an Accounts and Business Advisory Services, Audit, or mixed Audit & Accounts background who is looking to progress within an accountancy practice.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and review statutory accounts under FRS102 and FRS105
Support the preparation of group accounts and consolidations
Work closely with the Manager to establish processes and contribute to the growth of the Business Services function
Provide training, mentoring and support to junior colleagues as the team expands
Liaise directly with clients to ensure high-quality delivery and build strong professional relationships
About You
ACA / ACCA qualified, or close to qualification, with strong accountancy practice experience
Background in Accounts and Business Advisory Services, Audit, or a similar practice-based role
Confident preparing and reviewing statutory accounts, including medium-sized FRS102 accounts
Strong communication skills with the confidence to mentor and support junior team members
Experience using Caseware, CCH or similar accounts preparation software is advantageous
Motivated, ambitious and seeking genuine career development as an Accounts & Business Services Senior
Benefits
Salary of £45,000 – £57,500, depending on experience
Hybrid working with flexibility
Exposure to complex and interesting accounts assignments
Clear scope for progression and career development
Supportive, collaborative working environment
Location
Based in Guildford, Surrey, the role is easily commutable from Woking, Godalming, Farnham, Dorking and surrounding areas.
Next Steps
If you are ready to take the next step in your career as an Accounts & Business Services Senior (Practice) in Guildford, we would be pleased to hear from you.
Fletcher George is an inclusive Surrey-based financial recruiter welcoming all applications relevant to the role. We are committed to attracting a diverse pool of applicants and supporting professionals in finding career opportunities where they can thrive.
We are an accountancy and finance recruitment agency acting as an Employment Agency.
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