Senior Accounts & Tax Assistant

Senior Accounts & Tax Assistant (Practice) Stockport | Hybrid Working Available | Full-Time I £30,000 - £40,000 DOE Safer Hand Solutions are delighted to be recruiting for a Senior Accounts & Tax Assistant on behalf of a well-established and growing professional services organisation. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accountancy practice professional looking to join a forward-thinking business that embraces technology, supports career development, and offers genuine progression opportunities. The Role As a Senior Accounts & Tax Assistant, you will play a key role in managing client accounts, reviewing work completed by junior team members, and ensuring the timely completion of tax and compliance requirements. Key responsibilities include:
Preparing and reviewing accounts, tax returns, and VAT submissions
Managing your own portfolio of clients and maintaining strong client relationships
Reviewing work produced by junior team members and providing guidance where required
Supporting clients with technical queries and compliance matters
Ensuring work is completed accurately and within agreed deadlines
Working with modern accounting software and digital solutions to improve efficiency
Identifying opportunities to streamline processes and enhance service delivery About You The successful candidate will ideally have:
Previous experience working within an accountancy practice
A relevant accountancy or tax qualification, or be qualified by experience
Strong knowledge of accounts preparation, VAT, and taxation
Excellent communication and client management skills
Experience reviewing and supporting the work of junior colleagues
A proactive and organised approach to managing workloads and deadlines
Confidence in using cloud-based accounting systems and digital technologies What's on Offer?
Competitive salary
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Generous holiday entitlement
Private healthcare and wellbeing support
Employee assistance programme
Ongoing training and professional development
Clear career progression opportunities
A supportive and collaborative team environment Why Apply? This role offers the opportunity to join a modern and ambitious organisation that values its people and invests in their development. You'll be part of a supportive team where your expertise will be recognised and where you can continue to build your career within a thriving accountancy environment. To apply, please submit your CV or contact Sean Feldman at Safer Hand Solutions for a confidential discussion