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Posted 22 July, 2026

Senior Accountant

Howett Thorpe
Eastleigh, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

A new position at one of the fastest growing firms in the country! With a dedicated career plan in place, this is a unique opportunity to take a big leap in your career. Our client is seeking a newly qualified accountant, although a soon to be qualified senior will also be considered to join their team. You will work on a diverse portfolio of clients, implement your own ideas and identify opportunities to improve processes. With unmatched career progression opportunities, this is a role suited to a highly motivated and ambitious individual.

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Job Title: Senior Accountant

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Job Type: Permanent

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Location: Eastleigh

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Salary: £ 45,000 – 50,000

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Reference no: 16111

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Senior Accountant – Benefits

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  • 25 days holiday
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  • Hybrid and flexible working
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  • Dedicated career plan and clear pathways to managerial positions and beyond
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  • Health care
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  • Life assurance
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  • Retail discounts
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Senior Accountant – About The Role

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This is a fantastic opportunity to join a firm that's genuinely investing in its people, with real career progression on offer. You will manage your own portfolio of clients, get stuck into a variety of interesting work, and have the autonomy to bring your own ideas to the table.

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Key responsibilities:

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  • Managing a varied portfolio of clients across multiple sectors, acting as their main point of contact
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  • Preparing statutory accounts and finalising accounts under the supervision of your Line Manager
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  • Preparing corporation tax computations
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  • Supervising and reviewing the work of junior team members, providing support and training
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  • Spotting opportunities to improve processes and add real value for clients
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  • Keeping your technical knowledge sharp and up to date
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  • Building strong relationships across the firm and with clients
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  • Getting involved in pricing and new client quotes
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  • Continuing to develop through hands on training and support
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The successful Senior Accountant will have:

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  • ACCA/ACA qualified, or close to qualification
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  • Solid UK accountancy practice experience, ideally including exposure to a varied client portfolio
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  • Experience with Xero, Sage, Caseware, and CCH would be a bonus
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  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
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  • Sharp attention to detail
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  • Strong Excel skills and confident picking up new software
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  • A positive, confident, and proactive attitude
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  • Comfortable prioritising and delivering high quality work to tight deadlines
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  • A team player who's also self-motivated
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  • Ambitious, with a genuine desire to progress
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