This role suits a practice-trained accountant who enjoys a broad remit, combining accounts preparation, tax compliance and client interaction. You’ll work closely with Managers and Partners, review work prepared by junior staff and play an important role in maintaining strong client relationships.

This is a strong opportunity within accountancy jobs in Exeter for candidates seeking responsibility, variety and long-term progression within public practice.

Job Overview

• Job Title: Senior Accountant
• Location: Exeter, Devon (Hybrid working)
• Type: Full-time, permanent
• Sector: UK Accountancy Practice / Public Practice
• Clients: SMEs, owner-managed businesses, limited companies and partnerships
• Progression: Clear pathway to Manager / Client Manager

If you’re exploring Senior Accountant jobs in Devon, this role offers excellent scope to develop your career.

The Role – Senior Accountant

As Senior Accountant, you’ll take ownership of the day-to-day delivery of work for your client portfolio, ensuring accuracy, consistency and high standards of service.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts for limited companies
• Producing accounts for sole traders and partnerships
• Preparing and reviewing corporation tax and personal tax returns
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients, responding to queries
• Reviewing work prepared by junior team members
• Supporting Managers with workflow planning and deadlines
• Identifying opportunities to add value and support advisory work
• Ensuring work complies with professional and regulatory standards

The role offers a balanced mix of hands-on technical work, client management and team support.

Who This Role Suits

This role is ideal for:

• An experienced Senior Accountant within a UK accountancy practice
  or
• A confident Accounts Senior ready to take on broader responsibility

If you’re searching for Senior Accountant jobs in Exeter or wider accountancy jobs in the South West, this role offers a clear next step.