Accounts Senior

Salary/Rate:£30000 - £40000 per annum
Sector:Accountancy: Practice
Location:East Kent
Job type:Permanent
Job ref:RE14752
Post Date:July 23, 2026
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Meet Our Recruiter

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious and capable accountant to join a friendly, supportive practice where client relationships are at the heart of everything they do. The successful candidate will enjoy a varied role, working closely with a diverse portfolio of owner-managed businesses and individuals while playing an important part in delivering a high-quality service.

The Role

Working as part of a close-knit team, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients and delivering a broad range of accountancy, VAT, and tax services.

Key responsibilities will include:
  • Preparing and reviewing year-end accounts for a variety of SME clients
  • Preparing personal and corporate tax computations and returns
  • Managing VAT compliance, including preparation and review of VAT returns
  • Providing day-to-day support and advice to clients on accounting and tax matters
  • Building and maintaining strong working relationships with clients
  • Assisting clients with queries and providing proactive advice where appropriate
  • Supporting more junior members of the team where required
  • Managing your own workload and ensuring deadlines are consistently achieved
About You

The ideal candidate will be an experienced practice accountant who enjoys working closely with clients and is looking for a role within a friendly and established environment.

You will ideally have:
  • Strong experience working within an accountancy practice
  • Solid knowledge of accounts preparation, VAT, and personal/corporate tax
  • Experience managing a portfolio of SME clients
  • Good attention to detail and strong organisational skills
  • Excellent communication skills and a client-focused approach
  • The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a small team
The Opportunity

This is a superb opportunity to join a successful family firm with a strong local reputation and a loyal client base. The role offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to develop your career within a supportive practice where your contribution will be valued.

If you are an experienced Accounts, VAT & Tax Senior looking for a long-term opportunity with a well-established Herne Bay firm, we would be delighted to hear from you.
 
For further details on this or indeed any other Practice role then please do not hesitate to get in contact with Robin in the 1st instance.

Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

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