Salary: DOE

Location: Gloucestershire 

The Opportunity

Autograph Recruitment is delighted to be working with an established accountancy practice seeking an experienced Accounts and Tax Senior to join its team in Gloucestershire.

This is an excellent opportunity for a practice accountant to manage a varied client portfolio, build strong client relationships and provide a range of accounts, tax and business advisory services. You will also have the opportunity to support junior team members and contribute to the continued success of the practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and develop a portfolio of clients, building strong relationships through regular communication and ongoing support.

• Prepare year-end accounts and tax computations, including adjusted profit calculations and capital allowance claims.

• Prepare tax returns, calculate client tax liabilities and ensure compliance with relevant deadlines.

• Provide accounts, tax and general business advice to clients.

• Support statutory and compliance submissions, including VAT and Making Tax Digital (MTD) returns.

• Supervise, mentor and support junior team members, assisting with workload management and professional development.

• Liaise directly with clients and prepare reports, emails and professional correspondence.

• Use accounting software, including Digita, Xero and QuickBooks, alongside Microsoft Excel and Outlook.

• Keep up to date with relevant legislation, tax regulations and developments within the profession.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working within an accountancy practice.

• Strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation, taxation and compliance.

• Experience managing client relationships and supporting junior colleagues.

• Excellent communication, organisational and time-management skills.

• A proactive, client-focused approach with strong attention to detail.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook.

• Experience with Digita, Xero or QuickBooks would be advantageous.

AAT, ATT, ACCA, ACA, CTA or equivalent qualifications are welcomed. Both fully qualified and part-qualified candidates will be considered, as will candidates qualified by experience with the relevant technical knowledge.

The Company

Our client is an independent chartered accountancy and business advisory practice based in Gloucestershire, providing a range of accounting, taxation and business services to a diverse client base.

The firm is committed to delivering excellent client service while creating a positive and rewarding working environment. Professional development is actively encouraged, with ongoing training and CPD fully supported and funded.

Next Steps

If you're an experienced practice accountant looking for your next career move, with the opportunity to develop client relationships, strengthen your technical expertise and support a growing team, Autograph Recruitment would love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV or contact our team for a confidential discussion or email Ceris@autographrecruitment.co.uk