Senior Practice Accountant

About the role

We are seeking a fully qualified Chartered Accountant to join an established, independent practice in Carlisle. The role focuses on preparing accounts and handling corporation tax for a portfolio of limited company clients, offering a senior‑level salary and hybrid working flexibility.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare statutory and management accounts for a portfolio of limited company clients.
• Handle corporation tax computations and returns alongside accounts preparation.
• Manage compliance deadlines independently with minimal oversight.
• Act as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, building trusted relationships.
• Identify opportunities for additional advisory services and refer them to the Director.

Required profile

• Fully qualified ACA or ACCA accountant.
• Solid experience preparing accounts for limited companies in a practice environment.
• Working knowledge of corporation tax basics.
• Ability to manage own workload autonomously.

Required skills

• Statutory accounts preparation.
• Corporation tax compliance.

What we offer

• Competitive salary up to £90,000 per year, above regional market rates.
• Hybrid/flexible working arrangement.
• Opportunity to join a director‑led, client‑focused firm with a loyal owner‑managed client base.
• Potential for career growth following an upcoming senior vacancy.