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Senior Accountant – Accountancy Practice (Brixham)

Location: Brixham, Devon

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

Hours: Full-time 

About the Firm:

A well-established and growing accountancy practice based in Brixham, supporting a varied portfolio of clients across Devon and the South West. The firm prides itself on its friendly, professional approach and long-standing client relationships.

The Role:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients, preparing accounts, providing technical support, and assisting with staff supervision and client advisory work.

Key Responsibilities:

Preparing year-end accounts for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders

Preparing management accounts, VAT returns, and bookkeeping as required

Reviewing accounts prepared by junior team members and providing mentoring or guidance

Managing client relationships and acting as the main point of contact for day-to-day queries

Supporting clients with business and tax planning advice where appropriate

Liaising with HMRC and other external bodies on behalf of clients

Ensuring work is completed accurately and within deadlines

Assisting partners with ad-hoc projects and client advisory work

The Ideal Candidate:

AAT qualified, ACA/ACCA part-qualified or qualified (or qualified by experience)

Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in an accountancy practice

Confident in preparing and reviewing accounts for a wide range of clients

Strong communication and organisational skills

Proficient in accounting software such as Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, or similar

Able to manage workload independently while supporting junior staff where required

Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits package

Support for continued professional development

Friendly, supportive office environment with a strong local client base