Senior Accounts Accountant – Practice & Client Management

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Senior to join our growing practice in Totnes. You will manage a diverse client portfolio, support junior colleagues and deliver high‑quality accounting and tax services.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and review accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.
• Produce and review corporation tax and personal tax returns.
• Prepare management accounts and provide tax advice to clients.
• Manage day‑to‑day client queries and maintain strong long‑term relationships.
• Support, mentor and develop junior team members.
• Assist with workflow planning, budgeting and client software support.

Required profile

• AAT Level 4 qualification or equivalent practical experience.
• At least one year post‑qualified experience (or 3‑4 years within an accountancy practice).
• Strong knowledge of accounts preparation, VAT and business taxation.
• Excellent communication, organisational and client‑relationship skills.
• Ability to manage workloads effectively and meet deadlines.

Required skills

• Xero accounting software.
• Sage accounting software.
• QuickBooks accounting software.
• General accounts production software.

What we offer

• Competitive salary.
• Hybrid working with one day per week remote.
• Funded professional qualifications and annual subscriptions.
• Generous annual leave with additional entitlement based on service length.
• Medicash healthcare plan and employee wellbeing support.
• Employee discounts and referral bonus scheme.
• Supportive team environment and clear career progression.