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Senior Accountant | Hybrid (Derbyshire) | £35k–£45k 

Are you an experienced Senior Accountant, Practice Accountant or Bookkeeper ready for a broader, more hands-on role? 
We’re partnering with a well-established Accountancy firm based in Derbyshire, currently entering an exciting period of transition and growth. With a loyal client base and a strong cloud accounting setup (Xero), they’re now looking to add a confident, capable senior team member who’s ready to get stuck in and help shape the next chapter.

The Role:

A 50/50 blend of accounts preparation and bookkeeping/payroll
Manage your own portfolio of c.70–80 SME clients
Liaise directly with clients – from day-to-day queries to annual accounts
Work within a supportive, close-knit team
3 days a week in the office (Ashbourne area) – flexibility around this
Open to part-time arrangements for the right candidateAbout You:

Previous experience in an accountancy practice is essential
ACA/ACCA part-qualified or newly qualified
Solid grounding in both bookkeeping and accounts prep
Comfortable with cloud accounting software – especially Xero
Personable, hands-on, and keen to take ownership
Possibly from a larger firm, now seeking a more rounded, visible role in a smaller team
Open to working with a blend of traditional and modern accounting processesWhat’s on Offer:

£35,000–£45,000 salary (depending on experience)
Hybrid working – typically 3 days a week onsite
Flexible working and part-time considered
Chance to influence and shape the firm’s future direction
Collaborative, down-to-earth team with supportive leadership
Real scope for progression and increased responsibility over timeIf you’re looking for a varied, people-focused role with freedom to take initiative – and you value flexibility, autonomy and impact – this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

Ready to take the next step? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation about the role.

Other roles you may have applied for include: Practice Accountant, Senior Accountant, Bookkeeper, Part-Time Accountant, Payroll & Accounts, Hybrid Practice Role.

The role is commutable from: Derbyshire and surrounding areas including Ashbourne, Derby, Uttoxeter, Burton-upon-Trent, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, and even parts of Staffordshire or Leicestershire.

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