Accounts Senior Associate

Ref341Vacancy typeAccountsLocationBristolEmployment typeFull-timeClosing date14/09/2026DescriptionWe are seeking an ACA/ACCA/AAT qualified (or qualified by experience) Accounts Senior Associate/ Assistant Manager who will be responsible for a broad range of clients, including partnerships, trusts, sole traders and companies covering various activities, such as Landed Estates, agriculture, manufacturing, property development and rental and consultancy services, to name but a few. The RoleThe work is varied and ranges from typical year end compliance through to ad-hoc advisory and project work. The client base is a mix of sole traders, partnerships, limited companies, limited liability partnerships, trusts and smaller private charities. The role is permanent and would suit an AAT, ACCA/ACA accountant who is seeking to consolidate their knowledge of accounts, compliance and trusts, and take it to the next level by building on their advisory, client management and supervisory skills. The candidate would be responsible for working on a variety of clients’ affairs, and the role would include (but is not limited to) the following key elements, within agreed deadlines: Preparation of year-end financial statements Taking ownership of ad-hoc advisory projects Review of work prepared by other members of the team Assisting managers with looking after a large portfolio of accounts and bookkeeping clientsAssisting clients with VAT and bookkeeping queries, including set up and support on accounting systemsTraining and supporting others in the officeWork planning and annual timetabling Billing and financial management Cross-departmental communication Building and maintaining client relationshipsExperience of preparing year end accounts using accounts production software such as CCH or an equivalent is also required. The TeamYou will be part of the Accounts and Trust team in our Bristol office, which is a friendly and supportive team consisting of 24 people, from trainees to Director. The team work with all partners within the office, and firmwide, on a variety of tasks including statutory accounts preparation and ad-hoc advisory work.There is a real focus on development within the team, with the aim being for staff to develop their careers long term within the firm. Alongside a commitment to client service, and excellence in their work, there is a willingness to help each other and succeed as a team.The OfficeOur Bristol office provides a full range of accounting, audit and assurance, business advisory, tax, and VAT services to businesses and individuals both in the UK and internationally. Our staff regularly collaborate with colleagues in our national offices to ensure seamless service delivery to clients, no matter where they are located. The Bristol office offers a small office feel within the larger Saffery family of around 1200 people. Our Bristol office is home to 8 partners and more than 125 members of staff.YouPreferably ACA/ACCA or AAT qualified with some prior experience of working in practice. Strong numeracy and analytical skills, along with the ability to learn quickly. A good knowledge of Excel and Word is essential. Understanding of accounting systems including Xero, Quickbooks, Sage, Key Prime, Farmplan as well as CCH AP would be advantageous.Self-motivated and pro-active, with the ability to organise your own workload. Display a flexible, professional approach and have the confidence and ability to communicate effectively with managers, partners and clients. Natural team player with a positive and enthusiastic attitude and excellent eye for detail. Excellent organisational skills and ability to work on multiple jobs at onceAbility to work in a pressured environmentProactive nature and enjoys working as part of a team.Reward and Benefits A 35-hour working week with a hybrid working policy with the flexibility to work from home for up to three days per week (our core hours are 10-4).Excellent benefits including contributory pension scheme, 25 days annual leave, Life Assurance cover and great flexible benefits and family friendly policies.Eligibility for the firm’s Profit-Sharing Plan. Paid in December.About usSaffery LLP is an adviser to individuals and businesses across a range of sectors, providing market-leading accountancy, audit, business advisory, tax and VAT services. Founded in 1855, we are the UK’s 15th largest accountancy firm.When you work with us at Saffery, you work with people who know your name, not just a job title. We’re a place shaped by friendly, intelligent people who are individually excellent and collectively exceptional. We’re committed to our clients, but also to our greatest asset – our people.As a proud member of Nexia, a leading, international network of independent accounting and consulting firms, we’ve got access to local insight on a global scale.Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Equality, diversity and inclusion is a top priority for us. With our ED&I strategy, Everyone Belongs, we are building on our positive work culture and implementing initiatives to improve diversity and strengthen our equitable culture of inclusion, led from the top.We hope you will apply to us, whatever your background, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, disability or neurodivergence, because individual differences equal collective strength. Built on values of excellence, integrity, collaborative, progressive and responsible, Saffery is where Potential meets Personal.