Qualified Accounts Senior / Manager - Multiple Locations

Banbury, Stratford-upon-Avon, or Kettering

£50,000 - £65,000 + Benefits

Specialist Focus: Agriculture & Property

We're supporting a leading Top 100 accountancy practice as they continue to grow their specialist Agriculture & Property team. They're looking for an experienced Qualified Accounts Senior or Manager to take ownership of a client portfolio, deliver high-quality advisory and compliance work, and help develop the wider team.

If you enjoy building client relationships, reviewing complex accounts, and playing a key part in a growing department - this could be a great next step.

The role

You'll manage a varied portfolio of rural and property-focused clients, delivering tailored accounting and tax solutions. You'll be the day-to-day contact for your clients, reviewing work completed by more junior team members, supporting partners with advisory assignments, and helping develop the team through coaching and planning.

Key responsibilities

• Providing exceptional service across a range of accounting and tax work
• Reviewing accounts and tax returns for both corporate and unincorporated clients
• Acting as the main point of contact for client queries and HMRC interactions
• Identifying business and tax planning opportunities during reviews
• Delegating work effectively and supporting junior staff
• Assisting partners with advisory, planning, and project-based assignments
• Managing WIP, monitoring deadlines, and ensuring work is completed efficiently
• Contributing to department planning and performance

   

What we're looking for

• ACA / ACCA / CTA qualified (or equivalent experience)
• At least 3 years' experience in an accountancy practice
• Strong accounts preparation and taxation knowledge
• Confidence reviewing both accounts and personal tax returns
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong problem-solving ability and commercial awareness
• Experience with rural clients is a bonus, but not essential

   

Personal qualities

Someone who's:

• Professional with strong presence
• Detail-driven but commercially minded
• A natural relationship-builder
• Proactive, organised and resilient
• Keen to support colleagues and develop a high-performing team

   

Additional info

• Must live within commuting distance of Banbury / Stratford-upon-Avon / Kettering
• Drivers licence required
• Occasional out-of-hours work when needed
• Right to work in the UK essential

   

If you'd like to hear more or want a confidential chat about any of the locations, feel free to drop me a message.

Contact information

Simon Lant