Accounts Senior / Semi-Senior - Prestigious Regional PracticeLocation: Kettering, NorthamptonshireSalary: £35,000 - £45,000AJ Chambers are pleased to be partnered with a respected and expanding top 100 accountancy firm in Kettering as an Accounts Senior or Semi Senior. You'll deliver high-quality accounts and tax services, under minimal supervision, while supporting managers and partners in broader advisory, tax planning, and client-focused initiatives.Key Responsibilities· Prepare client accounts and personal tax returns; advise on tax liabilities and deadlines.· Liaise proactively with clients, ensuring accuracy and constructive information gathering.· Work under managers to understand client businesses and act as daily contact.· Support tax planning, business advisory, and client growth initiatives.· Identify and present tax and business planning opportunities, coordinating with other advisers.· Monitor personal workload against budgets and targets, recording chargeable time.· Mentor and coach trainees.· Invite involvement in client seminars, events, and marketing efforts-including proactive lead referrals.Why This Firm? - Culture, Career, and CommunityProgressive & Supportive Environment· A Top 100 UK accountancy firm with a collaborative culture grounded in Integrity, Teamwork, Enthusiasm, and a client-first focus· Flexible working model out of the box: remote-friendly with freedom to work around core hours, supported by firm-issued laptopsExceptional Reward & Wellbeing Package· Competitive salary, continuously benchmarked· Generous holiday allowance: 23 days (22 for trainees), 28 for managers, plus bank holidays. Option to buy/sell up to 3 days, and additional leave earned with service· Pension scheme & auto-enrolment, with 5% employer contributions from day one.Health & protection benefits:· Vitality private medical cover.· Medical cash plan for dental, optical, and minor treatments· Life assurance (Death in Service) at three times annual salaryAdditional Perks & Support· Voluntary benefits including salary-sacrifice electric cars, cycle-to-work scheme, employee assistance programme (confidential counselling), and online benefits portal· Overtime can be taken as TOIL or paid· Enhanced maternity & paternity support· Retail discounts, social events (firm wide and local), away days including annual Christmas celebrations· Active engagement in charitable initiatives via the Charitable Foundation, staff can participate in and vote for Charity of the Year activities (e.g., Wolf Runs, mountain climbs, bake sales), and personal fundraising efforts are matchedGrowth & Development· Access to the UK200Group Pathways Programme, offering leadership, management, and business development workshops, plus one-to-one coaching· Strong commitment to personal progression· Mental health support: eight trained Mental Health First Aiders, manager training in mental health awareness, employee assistance, and regular wellbeing check-ins· Recognised as a “Very Good Company to Work For” in the Best Companies surveyAbout You· ACA or ACCA qualified (or part-qualified with strong practice background).· Solid technical ability in accounts preparation and personal tax.· Proficient with accounting software, CCH, Xero, Sage, Farmplan, or similar.· Excellent attention to detail, communication, and problem-solving skills.· Organised, proactive, energetic, and motivated to drive success.· Comfortable building rapport and representing the firm professionally.· Must live within commuting distance of KetteringReady to elevate your career with a firm that genuinely supports your growth, rewards excellence, and values work-life balance? Apply today or contact Danny Brown for a confidential conversation.
