Accounts and Business Services - Senior

Ambition is proud to be partnering with a Top 40 UK accountancy and advisory firm to recruit an ABS Senior for their growing Accounts & Business Services team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced accounting professional to join a well-established firm supporting a diverse client base including entrepreneurs, owner-managed businesses, and international groups. The firm offers a collaborative working culture, strong technical support, and clear progression opportunities.

The role is offered on a hybrid basis, with a minimum of three days per week in the Newcastle office.

As an ABS Senior, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality accounting and compliance services to a portfolio of clients. You will ensure work is completed accurately and on time while supporting managers and building strong client relationships. You will also play a role in supporting junior team members and contributing to the overall efficiency and quality of the team's output.

Accounting & Compliance

• Prepare management accounts including reconciliations and commentary
• Complete VAT returns and supporting working papers
• Prepare year-end and statutory accounts in line with accounting standards
• Produce corporation tax computations for straightforward cases
• Support managers with more complex accounting and tax work

Client Relationships

• Act as a key contact for clients and respond to queries professionally
• Build trusted relationships through reliable service delivery
• Understand client businesses and tailor outputs to their needs

Delivery & Quality

• Deliver accurate, well-documented work within agreed deadlines
• Maintain up-to-date timesheets and work-in-progress records
• Manage multiple assignments and prioritise workloads effectively
• Identify and resolve issues before review

Team Support

• Share knowledge and support junior team members
• Contribute to training and development across the team

Systems & Technology

• Use accounting software effectively to deliver efficient work
• Identify opportunities to improve processes through technology

Experience

• 3-4 years' experience within an accounts or business services role in practice
• Experience preparing accounts, VAT returns, and management accounts for a range of clients

Qualifications

• Qualified or part-qualified with AAT qualification, ACA qualification, or ACCA qualification

Skills

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
• Confidence using accounting and data analysis software
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently

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