Accountant - Practice

Senior Practice Accountant

Location: Bedford, UK (Hybrid working available)

Job Type: Full-time or Part-time (25-37.5 hours per week, flexible working hours available)

Salary: £37.5k - £45k (depending on experience)

Are you a forward-thinking accountant looking to make a real impact?

Do you believe in the power of technology to transform businesses?

At The Numbers Quarter, we're not your average accounting firm.

We're on a mission to revolutionise how businesses understand and leverage their finances, and we're looking for a dynamic Senior Accountant to join our team.

If you're passionate about helping businesses thrive, tech-savvy, and ready to challenge the status quo in accounting, this could be your perfect next move.

About Us

At The Numbers Quarter, we do accountancy differently. We're not just about crunching numbers we're passionate about helping businesses grow and thrive. Our approach is built on a few key principles:

- We're proactive advisors, offering guidance that aligns our clients' business goals with their personal aspirations.

- We embrace technology, constantly exploring new ways to improve both our client and team experience.

- We act as our clients' Finance Department, providing comprehensive support and guidance.

Our mission is simple: to be kind, and to empower our clients' success. We take pride in building strong relationships and offering the support businesses need to reach their full potential.

We're looking for a Senior Accountant who shares these values and can help us continue building our forward-thinking, customer-service-focused practice.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Senior Accountant at The Numbers Quarter, you'll be responsible for a wide range of accounting duties, from day-to-day tasks to strategic advisory. Your role will be crucial in ensuring our clients' financial compliance and success.

Key Responsibilities:

Statutory Accounting and Compliance

- Prepare and file year-end accounts and corporation tax returns

- Complete and submit VAT returns

- Handle self-assessment tax returns

- Ensure all statutory deadlines are met and clients remain compliant with regulatory requirements

Bookkeeping and Financial Management

- Oversee and, where necessary, perform bookkeeping tasks

- Prepare and review management accounts, providing clients with the financial data they need for informed decision-making

- Manage month-end and year-end closing processes

Client Portfolio Management

- Manage a diverse portfolio of clients, primarily within the construction and service-based business sectors

- Build strong relationships with clients, becoming their go-to person for both day-to-day queries and long-term financial planning

- Provide proactive, strategic financial advice to help clients align their business goals with their personal aspirations

Technology and Innovation

- Advise clients on using cloud accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks) and reporting tools like Fathom and Float

- Actively explore and implement tech-driven efficiencies

- Contribute to our ongoing efforts to streamline processes using tools like Engager for practice management and FreshPay for payroll

Team Leadership and Development

- Oversee junior team members, providing mentorship and support to ensure they deliver high-quality client service

- Collaborate with the management team on internal improvements and business strategy

- Stay up-to-date with changes in accounting standards, tax laws, and industry regulations

- Contribute ideas for improving our services, processes, and client experience

What We're Looking For

Technical Skills and Experience

- Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or QBE) with at least 3 years of experience in an accountancy practice

- Strong understanding of cloud accounting software, particularly Xero and QuickBooks

- Experience managing a portfolio of clients, ideally within the construction and service-based business sectors

- Familiarity with reporting and cashflow tools (e.g., Fathom, Float) is a plus, but willingness to learn is essential

Soft Skills

- Excellent communication skills, able to explain complex financial concepts clearly and friendly

- Proven ability to mentor and guide junior team members

- Passion for delivering exceptional client service with a proactive and supportive approach

Mindset and Approach

- Tech-savvy mindset

- Forward-thinking and innovative, ready to contribute to a modern accounting practice

- Eager to build strong client relationships and act as a trusted advisor

What We Offer

• Flexible working hours, including the possibility of working part-time during school hours or compressed into 4 days per week.
• Hybrid working you can work from home up to two days per week, with flexibility around school holidays.
• A half-day Friday once a month if key performance indicators (KPIs) are met.
• The opportunity to be part of a growing firm where you'll have a say in shaping the future of the business.
• A supportive, friendly work environment where your personal and professional growth is encouraged.
• Future opportunities to develop your own client portfolio and take a leadership role as we expand.
• Regular team socials and a relaxed culture we believe in enjoying work, not just getting through it.

Hours & Pay:

• Flexible hours from 25 to 37.5 hours per week, with options to work around school hours or on a 4-day week.
• Salary of £37.5k - £45k depending on experience.

Apply today with an up-to-date CV.