Accounts Senior
Permanent - Full TimeJob Overview
Menzies is an equal opportunities employer which means that we recruit, employ, train, pay, and promote regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. We are building a first-class team and, to do so, we know that we need a diverse mix of talented people doing their best work.
If you’re ready to make an impact, lead with purpose, and work in a place where your voice truly matters, keep reading!
Exciting opportunity to join our accounts team as a Senior in our Stevenage office! We're committed to delivering high-quality work to our clients.
Why Menzies?
At Menzies, Our Culture Is Our Cornerstone. We Blend Technical Excellence With Genuine Care For Our People And Clients. With 700 Colleagues In The UK, We’ve Built a Culture Based On Shared Values And Mutual Respect. Here’s Why You’ll Love Working With Us
🌟 People First: Our work-life balance isn’t just talk. From agile working to generous leave, we create space for what matters to you and this is why we were recognised as one of the Best Places to Work 2024 and 2025
🌟 Work with Inspiring Clients: You’ll be working with a range of clients so no two days will be the same.
🌟 Collaborate Across The Firm: Working with various people across the firm to raise the profile of Menzies Academy
🌟 Innovate with Purpose: We’re always looking for better ways to work—leveraging tech, simplifying complexities, and delivering value.
🌟 Empathy at Our Core: We don’t just serve our clients; we build trusted relationships that stand the test of time.
If you’re ready to make an impact, lead with purpose, and work in a place where your voice truly matters, keep reading!
Exciting opportunity to join our accounts team as a Senior in our Stevenage office! We're committed to delivering high-quality work to our clients.
Why Menzies?
At Menzies, Our Culture Is Our Cornerstone. We Blend Technical Excellence With Genuine Care For Our People And Clients. With 700 Colleagues In The UK, We’ve Built a Culture Based On Shared Values And Mutual Respect. Here’s Why You’ll Love Working With Us
🌟 People First: Our work-life balance isn’t just talk. From agile working to generous leave, we create space for what matters to you and this is why we were recognised as one of the Best Places to Work 2024 and 2025
🌟 Work with Inspiring Clients: You’ll be working with a range of clients so no two days will be the same.
🌟 Collaborate Across The Firm: Working with various people across the firm to raise the profile of Menzies Academy
🌟 Innovate with Purpose: We’re always looking for better ways to work—leveraging tech, simplifying complexities, and delivering value.
🌟 Empathy at Our Core: We don’t just serve our clients; we build trusted relationships that stand the test of time.
Key Responsibilities
- Work closely with clients and Menzies Managers taking responsibility for the preparation of management & statutory accounts and overseeing the client’s accounting activities
- Maintain accounting records and working papers, calculate and apply month end adjustments to management accounts.
- Competently complete VAT returns applying technical knowledge
- Perform ad hoc project work as requested– e.g. Converting to cloud software, set up bespoke reporting or manage catch-up exercises for clients
- Build relationships with clients, relationship managers and partners where appropriate
- Supervise and train junior colleagues to ensure high quality standards are met and work completed within the assigned timeframes
- Continuously work with clients to share best practices and ensure processes are working efficiently
- Collaborate with other service teams within Menzies to deliver best service and outcome for the client
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Working towards or qualified in a relevant qualification – AAT,ACA,ACCA, CIMA and with at least 2 years bookkeeping experience
- Ability to apply technical accounting knowledge to real life client situations
- Previous experience using accounting software packages, namely Xero and QuickBooks
- Strong Excel skills are essential
- Excellent attention to detail